[Music] [Music] in a surprising turn of events Russian President Vladimir Putin publicly endorsed US vice president Kamala Harris as the next president of the United States during his remarks at Eastern economic Forum held in Eastern Russia on Thursday the endorsement has sent shock waves through political circles igniting discussions about its implications for us politics and foreign relations in his address President Putin remarked we will do the same we will support her he emphasized the vice president's charismatic Persona stating she laughs in such an expressive and infectious way that it means she's okay this unexpected statement signal a strategic interest in the upcoming US presidential election and reflects the often complex dynamics of international relationships political analysts are divided on the significance of Putin's endorsement particularly in light of his historically contentious relationship with us leadership some speculate that the Russian leader aims to create further division within American political spheres While others consider it a calculated move to influence public perception [Music]