Putin congratulates Macron on victory in French presidential election

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated French President-elect Emmanuel Macron on winning the second round of the election, the Kremlin said.

"The President of Russia confirmed his readiness for constructive joint work on topical issues on bilateral, regional and global agenda, expressing confidence that it corresponded to the core interests of the people of Russia and France," the Kremlin's statement read.

He also confirmed readiness for constructive work on topical issues.