Special Statement: What Biden Said

The U.S. President, in his special statement regarding Ukraine, has noted that possible new sanctions by the West against Russia could also affect the United States. These could lead to an increase in fuel prices. Furthermore, Biden stated that the United States and its allies are prepared for any developments.

He emphasized that the U.S. will not send its troops to Ukraine in the event of a Russian attack, but will remain “committed to NATO’s collective defense.” Below are some key points from Biden’s special statement:

• We are working through diplomacy with allies and partners.
• Today I spoke with President Putin.
• We have proposed new elements of strategic stability and security.
• We will not deviate from our core principles. Every country has the right to choose whom to align with.
• At this time, we are not confirming the withdrawal of Russian forces from the Ukrainian border.
• Russian troops are in a position to attack.
• American citizens should leave Ukraine before the situation deteriorates.
• We are not threatening Russia; we are not seeking to destabilize Russia. Russia is not our enemy; we have long historical ties.
• A Russian invasion would lead to terrible consequences.
• If Russia chooses the path of war, it will be met with a unified response from the West.
• This is more than Russia and Ukraine; it is the fate of the world.
• The United States and our partners are prepared to impose unprecedented sanctions if Russia chooses the path of invasion.
• The U.S. does not plan to deploy missiles in Ukraine.
• We are sending additional forces to NATO’s eastern flank.
• More than 150,000 Russian soldiers are concentrated at the Ukrainian border.
• An invasion is still possible.