European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker spoke in favor of renewed EU relations with the Russian Federation.

This Junker said in Brussels, writes the Left Bank with reference to The Guardian.

He also called for an end to the "harassment" of Russia (Russia-bashing, - Ed.. ) in particular, after poisoning in the British Salisbury.

According to him, Europe does not forget about disagreements with the Russian Federation, but one should also think about renewing ties with this country.

"I really think that we need to reset relations with Russia. I'm not very satisfied with the state of our relations.

We will never reconcile ourselves to what Russia has done with the Crimea or eastern Ukraine. But, nevertheless, we must bear in mind that the entire territory of the European Union is about 5.5 million square meters. km, and Russia - 70.5 million square meters. km, "- said Junker.

In particular, he stressed that there are many areas in which the EU and Russia could cooperate.

"Do not forget what our differences and differences are. But this "persecution" of Russia should be stopped, "added Junker.