Live Coverage of the Second Presidential Debate Between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump

The second debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump, the two main candidates for the U.S. presidency, concluded on Sunday evening at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. Mike Pence, Donald Trump's vice presidential candidate, congratulated Trump on Twitter for his 'great victory' in the second debate. The debate ended with a handshake between Clinton and Trump, something they initially avoided. One audience member asked each candidate to name a positive trait about the other. Clinton responded that she respects Trump's children for being active and successful, stating they are the future. Trump thanked Clinton for her comments about his children, though he was unsure if it was a compliment, but he took it as one. He added that a good trait of Clinton is that she is a tireless fighter who never gives up, although he disagrees with her. Questions about energy and policies were raised by an audience member. Trump began his remarks by criticizing Barack Obama's energy policies. The moderator asked Clinton if Trump has the necessary discipline for the presidency, to which she replied no. Trump responded that it was not unexpected. Regarding Syria, Clinton stated that American forces would not enter Syria but would intervene only as advisors, adding that they are arming the Kurds as they are allies, despite knowing there are objections to this. Trump countered that Clinton's serious remarks about Syria are a result of her actions, and he criticized her for her role in Libya. He stated that Russia, Iran, and Assad are fighting ISIS, and that they need forces to fight both. Trump called the Iran nuclear deal the most foolish agreement in history, which has empowered Iran. The moderator asked about the situation in Aleppo and what each candidate would do if elected president. Clinton described the situation in Syria as catastrophic, with Assad's government, Russia, and Iran killing people. She stated that if elected, she would establish a no-fly zone over Syria, emphasizing that the issue is not ISIS but the preservation of Assad. She expressed confidence in standing up to Russia, which is fully engaged in the war in Syria. Clinton also stated that she would not allow anyone who poses a threat to America to enter the country.