RT News - August 22, 2018 (12:00 MSK)

'Slow-witted and baseless' Russia slams newly enforced US sanctions vowing a response. Congress is also reviewing even more aggressive measures against Moscow that could hit later in the year. Donald Trump's presidency appears on shaky ground - after two former associates plead guilty to numerous counts of federal crimes, leaving serious doubts over the integrity of the president's election campaign. Nike faces accusations in the UK that it's promoting gang culture after the release of controversial new sportswear.