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Kremlin Envoy Advocates Bering Strait Tunnel to Unite Russia and U.S.
A Kremlin envoy proposed a $8 billion Putin-Trump tunnel under the Bering Strait to connect Russia and the United States, aiming to enhance cooperation and resource exploration.
- Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, proposed a 70-mile tunnel beneath the Bering Strait, linking Russia and Alaska to the United States.
- The project, estimated to cost $8 billion, aims to foster joint exploration of natural resources and symbolize unity between Russia and the United States.
- Dmitrievs proposal includes potential funding from Moscow and international partners, reflecting ambitions for improved relations reminiscent of Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin discussions.
Why It Matters
This proposal highlights a significant potential shift in U.S.-Russia relations, advocating for collaboration over conflict. If realized, the Tunnel could reshape economic ties and resource management between the two powers.