US State Dept Responds To Russian President Putin’s Claim Over Alaska | Dawn News English
Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed the 1867 sale of Alaska to the US is 'illegal,' asserting Russia's ownership.
The US State Department swiftly responded, stating that Putin won't be getting it back.
In 1867, Alaska's purchase marked a historic moment, symbolizing the end of Russian efforts to expand trade to North America.
The formal transfer to the US occurred on October 18, 1867, for 7.2 million dollars, a pivotal milestone in the US becoming a major power in the Asia-Pacific region.
Watch the full response in this video.
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