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Biden Says ‘All Options on the Table’ to Tackle Russia over Ukraine Crisis
Washington Weighs Sanctions, Military Deployment Amid Fears of Invasion
Tensions continue to mount between the West and Russia over Ukraine. President Biden has warned that “all options are on the table” to deter Russia from invading its neighbor.
Biden's remarks came after a meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba at the White House on Wednesday. Kuleba urged the U.S. and its allies to provide more military aid to Ukraine, warning that Russia could launch an invasion at any time.
The Biden administration has been considering a range of options to respond to the crisis, including sanctions on Russian individuals and entities, as well as the deployment of additional U.S. troops to Eastern Europe. However, Biden has also emphasized the importance of diplomacy and has said that he is open to talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The Kremlin has denied any plans to invade Ukraine, but it has amassed a large military force on the border with its neighbor. Western officials say that Russia could have as many as 190,000 troops in place by the end of the month, giving it the capability to launch a full-scale invasion.
The crisis has raised concerns about the future of European security. If Russia were to invade Ukraine, it would be the first major conflict in Europe since World War II. It would also be a major blow to the post-Cold War order that has been in place for the past three decades.
The U.S. and its allies are urging Russia to de-escalate the situation and to engage in diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis. However, it is unclear whether Putin is willing to back down. If he does not, the West may have no choice but to impose sanctions or even take military action.
The Ukraine crisis is a major test for the Biden administration. It is also a major challenge for European security. The outcome of the crisis could have a profound impact on the future of Europe and the world.