President Biden and Putin Agree: Relations At 'Low Point'

The transcript discusses the strained relations between the US and Russia, as acknowledged by both President Biden and President Putin. Biden emphasizes the importance of adhering to international norms and outlines key issues like arms control and election interference for an upcoming meeting. The US is concerned about cyberattacks originating from Russia, with Secretary of State Blinken highlighting the need for responsible action against ransomware. Political figures like Michael McCaul stress the need for consequences for such actions. Putin denies involvement in cyberattacks but expresses willingness to cooperate if the US extradites related criminals.

What did President Biden and President Putin agree on regarding the state of US-Russia relations?

• They are at a low point.

• They are at a high point.

• They are stable.

• They are improving steadily.

What is one of the key issues on the agenda for the US-Russia meeting?

• Arms control

• Trade agreements

• Climate change

• Space exploration

What did President Biden say about the intelligence he had access to?

• It showed no interference in US elections.

• It confirmed Russian interference in US elections.

• It was inconclusive.

• It was not related to Russia.

What stance did Secretary of State Antony Blinken take on ransomware attacks?

• They are solely a domestic issue.

• They should be ignored.

• They are a minor issue.

• No responsible country should harbor criminals involved in such attacks.

What was President Putin's response to allegations of cyberattacks?

• He ignored the allegations.

• He blamed another country.

• He denied knowledge of the attacks.

• He admitted to the attacks.