Barack Obama actually said...

Given its direct influence over the separatists, Russia and President Putin in particular has direct responsibility to compel them to cooperate with the investigation. That is the least that they can do.

Context

Obama emphasizes Russia's responsibility in the investigation of the downed Flight 17.

07/20/2014

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