U.S. President Joe Biden mentioned during a reception for new Democratic members of Congress that he has known Russian President Vladimir Putin for "over 47 years" and has met with him numerous times. <br /><br />However, he appeared uncertain about the exact timing of some of their encounters.<br /><br />"I remember when I met with him in the off period between the time that we were elected and before we were sworn in, or just after we were sworn in, no, actually before. <br /><br />No, that's true, just after he was sworn in in early February," Biden said.<br /><br />Biden noted that their discussions included re-establishing arms control and nuclear weapons. <br /><br />He also recalled Putin talking about Russia's vast expanse, mentioning its "eight time zones" and their reach "around the Arctic Circle."<br /><br />#biden #putin #russia #politics
