Kremlin Cautious About Harris’s Potential Presidential Candidacy Amid Biden's Exit

The Kremlin expressed caution regarding Kamala Harris's potential U.S. presidential candidacy after Joe Biden's decision to not run for reelection. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov highlighted that Harris had not made any significant contributions to U.S.-Russia relations, aside from unfriendly rhetoric. Russian state TV covered Biden’s withdrawal and his endorsement of Harris, reflecting mixed sentiments in Moscow.

The Kremlin on Monday expressed caution over Kamala Harris's potential U.S. presidential candidacy following President Joe Biden's decision to not seek reelection. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov noted Harris’s lack of significant contributions to relations with Moscow, aside from occasional unfriendly rhetoric.

Peskov emphasized that recent U.S. events had taught Moscow not to be surprised by anything, while reiterating Russia's priority of achieving goals in Ukraine. He expressed uncertainty on how Harris's candidacy could affect bilateral relations.

Russian state television prominently covered Biden’s withdrawal and his endorsement of Harris, though opinions in Moscow were mixed, with some hoping for improved ties and others expressing skepticism.