Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky say they are committed to pursuing 'diplomacy and deterrence', amid fears Russia could invade within days:
US President Joe Biden spoke has spoken at length with Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky about Russia's military buildup along Ukraine's borders, with the pair committing to pursue "diplomacy and deterrence," the White House said.
"President Biden reaffirmed the commitment of the United States to Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity," the White House added, referring to the American president's position he has established on multiple occasions when addressing Moscow's brinkmanship.
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