RT America - August 22, 2018

More Americans Favor Closer Ties to Russia Over Sanctions

According to a recent Gallup poll nearly 60 percent of Americans think it is more important to improve relations with Russia than to impose more sanctions. The poll comes against the backdrop of concern about Russian interference in US elections. Despite this the US has announced plans to impose stronger sanctions against Russia in the coming days. RT’s Manila Chan reports.

India to Buy Missile Systems from Russia

Russia has agreed to sell five surface-to-air missile systems to India in a deal worth nearly 6.5 billion dollars. The deal is allowed because the US congress has exempted India from sanctions on purchases of significant military equipment from Russia. Russia has also agreed to sell systems to Turkey Causing concern in the US and fears of a growing rift between the NATO allies. RT’s Yulia Shapovalova reports.

Germany Calls For Payment System Without US

Germany’s foreign minister has called for the creation of a new global payment system that is independent of the US. Germany and the EU are seeking ways to rescue the Iran nuclear deal after the Trump administrations unilaterally withdraw. As European companies fear losing the lucrative US markets Germany and the EU are seeking alternatives to avoid the Iran deal falling apart. For more we turn to host of RT America’s Boom Bust, Bart Chilton.