Donald Trump floated the idea on Monday of meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin “prior to the start of my administration,” showing little concern that the gesture would provide a political opening for Hillary Clinton.

Trump was asked by radio host Michael Savage how he would avert world war with the Russians. While the Republican nominee did not get into specifics, he said part of the problem right now is that America’s leaders insult Putin too much.

“They insult him constantly, no wonder he can’t stand Obama and Hillary Clinton,” said Trump, who has been heavily criticized for appearing to cozy up to the Russian leader and encouraging their hacking activities.

He went on to say that he would have no problem spending some facetime with Putin before he moves into the White House. “If I win on Nov. 8 … I could see myself meeting with Putin and meeting with Russia prior to the start of the administration,” he said, adding, “I think it would be wonderful.”