(CNN) Russian President Vladimir Putin in a recent interview separated a conciliatory attitude toward US President Donald Trump from his staunch criticism of the US political system, which he said is unwieldy and self-defeating. "I'm disappointed not at all in the partner, but more disappointed in the system itself," Putin said. "There can't be disappointment here, because it demonstrates sheer inefficiency and eats itself. Putin made his comments in interviews conducted by Vladimir Solovyov, a pro-Kremlin television host. "On a purely human level, he made a very good impression on me," Putin said.

Source: CNN March 07, 2018 19:30 UTC