In a press release, the White House today sent this statement regarding President Obama’s call to President Putin. They talked about the tragic fire at the hospital, among other issues.
It is unedited here.
"President
Obama spoke by phone today with President Putin of Russia to convey his
condolences on the tragic hospital fire outside of Moscow that killed dozens
last week, and to reiterate his appreciation for the close cooperation that the
United States has received from Russia on the Boston marathon attack. The
two Leaders discussed cooperation on counterterrorism and security issues going
forward, including with respect to the 2014 Olympics in Sochi. President
Obama and President Putin reviewed the situation in Syria, with President Obama
underscoring concern over Syrian chemical weapons. The Presidents agreed
to stay in close consultation and instructed Secretary Kerry and Foreign
Minister Lavrov to continue discussions on Syria. Finally, both
Presidents noted that they look forward to meeting in person in June at the
time of the G-8 meeting in Northern Ireland and again in September for a
bilateral Summit in Russia."
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