Russian President Vladimir Putin sent his congratulations to French President Emmanuel Macron on his re-election, the Kremlin Press Office said on Monday.

"I sincerely wish you success in your state activities, as well as good health and well-being."

(Cover: French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Fort of Bregancon in Bormes-les-Mimosas, southern France, Monday Aug. 19, 2019. /CFP)