RT News - September 18, 2016 (17:00 MSK)

The U.S. brands Moscow's call for an emergency Security Council meeting "cynical and hypocritical" - after Russia's defence ministry confirms American air strikes killed 62 Syrian soldiers. At least 29 people are injured in a bomb explosion in midtown Manhattan.  A second potential device was also found just a few blocks away. Voting is underway in Russia's 2016 parliamentary elections. Throughout the day, RT will be bringing you special coverage.