The Latest on President Vladimir Putin's comments Thursday (all times local):5:30 p.m. ———4:30 p.m.Russian President Vladimir Putin has hailed President Donald Trump as a straightforward person with a fresh vision. ———3:45 p.m.President Vladimir Putin has expressed regret that anti-Russian sentiments in the U.S. have prevented cooperation on fighting terrorism. The Kremlin's aspirations for better ties with Washington have withered amid Congressional and FBI investigations into Trump campaign ties with Russia. ———1 p.m.President Vladimir Putin says the Russian state has never been involved in hacking.

Source: ABC News June 01, 2017 10:14 UTC