Indeed.
Any journalist worth listening to will be able to criticise all sides, as no country is perfect. I won't waste my time listening to bullshit from someone who can't criticise Russia.
I don't know because I don't have access to US intelligence services.
So do you have proof that Obama didn't have any proof?
Well that would depend on whether it's true or not. If it is, I guess you'd take it as if you've been caught and you need to be a bit more careful.