RT America - September 18, 2018
Published 18 Sep, 2018 23:50 | Updated 19 Sep, 2018 01:17Russian Military Plane Shot Down, Killing 15
The downing of the Russian Il-20 plane looks like “a chain of tragic circumstances,” president Vladimir Putin said during a joint press conference with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in Moscow on Tuesday. Russia will investigate the incident and boost security of Russian troops in Syria. RT America’s Yulia Shapovalova with the latest.
Senate Passes Sweeping Opioid Legislation
The Senate just passed sweeping new legislation aimed at solving what some say is the worst public health epidemic in the nation's history - the opioid crisis. RT America’s Sara Montes De Oca reports.
After Controversial Goal, KHL Team Remains Undefeated
Avtomobilist continued their winning streak, beating Spartak 4-2 in a cross-conference game after a controversial goal by Spartak was disallowed. In volleyball, the FIVB Men’s World Championship continued as Brazil handed Canada their first loss of the tournament in four sets, defeating them 3-1. Juventus prepares for their third run at the UEFA Champions League title with their first game against Valencia on Wednesday. RT America’s Steve Christakos reports.