Obama, Putin Spoke On Sidelines Of D-Day Event

Obama, Putin Spoke On Sidelines Of D-Day Event

BENOUVILLE, France, June 6 (Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama and Russian President Vladimir Putin held brief talks on the sidelines of D-Day anniversary celebrations in Normandy, Hollande's office said on Friday.

A White House official confirmed that an "informal" meeting had taken place, saying it had lasted 10-15 minutes. (Reporting By Elizabeth Pineau, Roberta Rampton and Jeff Mason; Writing by Nick Vinocur; editing by Mark John)

UPDATE -- 3:24 p.m.: Below, a Vine showing the two leaders speak:

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