Russia ready for respectful talks with Trump

MOSCOW, Jan 23 (BBC): Russia says it remains "ready for a mutually respectful dialogue" with Donald Trump, a day after the US president threatened sanctions against Moscow if it didn't "stop this ridiculous war" in Ukraine.

Ukraine's foreign minister has welcomed Trump's "strong" message to the Kremlin.

Ukraine's foreign minister has welcomed Donald Trump's "strong" message to Vladimir Putin, after the US president threatened Russia with more taxes and sanctions if it doesn't end its war with Ukraine.

"We do really welcome such strong messages from President Trump," says Andriy Sybiha, speaking at a panel at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

"We believe that (Trump) will be the winner," he adds, saying Ukraine hopes this will bring "a new dynamic in the diplomatic efforts to end this war and achieve a long-lasting, just, and comprehensive peace."

Earlier, the Kremlin has also responded to Trump, saying it remains "ready for an equal dialogue, a mutually respectful dialogue."