"Do You Believe the US Is a Democracy?", How Putin TORCHED US Media On 'RUSSIA HOAX' With Trump

July 16, 2018 – Helsinki, Finland: At their first full-scale Trump–Putin joint presser, held after a high-stakes meeting in the Finnish capital, the US president and Russian leader fielded a barrage of pointed questions that exposed their sharply different styles and shared determination to project cooperation. On Nord Stream 2, Donald Trump labelled Vladimir Putin “a good competitor” while warning Germany over its energy dependence, as Putin countered with calls for “space for cooperation” and assurances on Ukraine’s transit role. Asked about Russian election interference, Trump stunned many by saying “I don’t see any reason why it would be Russia” and calling the Mueller probe “a disaster,” while Putin dismissed collusion claims as “utter nonsense” and challenged reporters to “name a single fact” proving the so-called Russia Hoax. On Syria, Trump spoke of “helping Israel” and humanitarian relief, with Putin literally passing him a soccer ball, quipping “the ball is in your court.” The Q&A also saw Putin reject kompromat rumours, float a $400 million claim involving Hillary Clinton’s campaign, and propose joint questioning of suspects under a 1999 treaty—on a reciprocal basis. These Helsinki exchanges remain some of the most controversial moments in US–Russia diplomacy, now resurfacing in the spotlight ahead of the Trump–Putin meeting in Alaska on August 15, where the world will again watch how the two leaders navigate pointed questions and geopolitical fault lines. #tnworld #timesnowworld #worldnews #internationalnews #timesnews #newsworld ​Subscribe now: http://bit.ly/3VHIl37 Times Now World is your definitive source for comprehensive global news and analysis. At Times Now World, we bring you breaking news and real-time updates on US news, US elections, Trump, Biden, Putin, Zelensky, Russia-Ukraine war, Israel-Hamas conflict, Gaza, China-Taiwan tensions, Hungary news, NATO updates, and EU developments. Stay informed with our in-depth coverage of politics, economics, and current affairs, exclusively on Times Now World. Explore diverse perspectives and expert insights on international relations, technology, and more, all on Times Now World. Engage with dynamic discussions on global issues, including NATO news and EU updates, on Times Now World. Follow compelling stories and impactful reports on Times Now World. Discover the pulse of international affairs with Times Now World's extensive coverage of global events.