Kremlin Reacts to Trump's Comments on Russia's Historical Military Victories

The Kremlin welcomed Donald Trump's remarks about Russia's historical military prowess in defeating Napoleon and Hitler, but emphasized it was cautious about his political stance. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov noted Moscow's awareness of anti-Russian sentiments within Trump's political elite.

The Kremlin on Friday welcomed Donald Trump's comments on Russia being "a war machine" that had defeated Napoleon and Hitler, but said it was not wearing rose-tinted spectacles when it came to the U.S. Republican presidential candidate.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow was aware that Trump represented a political elite which held anti-Russian views.