Macron Says Direct Relationship With Russia Is 'Very Important'

French President Emmanuel Macron said it was important to maintain direct contact with Russia and President Vladimir Putin despite having disagreements. At a news conference with U.S. President Donald Trump after the two leaders met in Paris on July 13, Macron was asked if he thought Trump was taking a hard enough line on Russia after allegations of Moscow's interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. (Reuters)