Putin said Europe directly interfered in the past U.S. election

Europe directly interfered in the recent US election, even to the point of insults. This was stated by Russian President Vladimir Putin on February 19.

The Russian leader also expressed surprise at US President Donald Trump's restraint against boorish behavior on the part of the US' European allies.

"Europe itself is to blame for the current complicated relations with the United States," Putin said.

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