Russian President Putin Calls President Trump To Thank Him For Information That Stopped A Terrorist Attack In Russia

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RT: Putin thanks Trump for information that helped prevent acts of terrorism in Russia in phone call

Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump have talked on the phone, with the Russian president thanking his US counterpart for sharing intelligence that allowed terrorist attacks to be prevented in Russia, the Kremlin said.

A “range of issues of mutual interest” was discussed during the conversation, which was initiated by Moscow.

The Federal Security Service later said that the information provided by their US counterparts led to the arrest of two Russian citizens who planned terrorist attacks at public places in St. Petersburg during New Year’s celebrations.

The two leaders agreed to maintain bilateral cooperation in the fight against terrorism, the statement from the Kremlin added.

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More News On Today's Call Between Presidents Putin And Trump

Information from US helps detain two Russians plotting terror attacks in St. Petersburg -- TASS
Putin thanks Trump for tip helping thwart 'acts of terrorism' in Russia -- The hill
Putin thanks Trump for tip to thwart terrorist acts in Russia -- Reuters
Putin thanks Trump for foiling new year attacks -- BBC
Kremlin: Putin calls to thank Trump for help on terrorism -- Politico

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