US President Donald Trump has defended his absolute right to share information with Russia, following a row over classified material. Mr Trump tweeted that he had shared facts pertaining to terrorism and airline safety and wanted Russia to do more against Islamic State.
He met Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in the Oval Office last week. US media said Mr Trump had shared material that was passed on by a partner which had not given permission.
In his tweet early today, Mr Trump said, as President he wanted to share with Russia which he has the absolute right to do, facts pertaining to terrorism and airline flight safety.