Putin's alleged ability to manipulate US elections has long intrigued American media, yet there was little interest in Moscow's reaction to Trump's victory.
The Russian perspective on US politics is complicated, marked by schadenfreude as public opinion has shifted from pro-American to increasingly unfriendly.
In contrast to the 2016 elation, Russian diplomats now describe Trump's presidency as 'the worst four years of our lives,' reflecting disillusionment.
Expectations were high that Trump would mend US-Russia relations, but Moscow's disappointment has deepened after experiencing a full term under his administration.
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