Russia claims its military are simply defending Russians in Ukraine's eastern region, but Ukraine and U.S. allies worry that Russia wants to take Ukraine by force.
"I made it clear to President Putin that if he makes any more moves and goes into Ukraine, we will have severe sanctions. We will increase our presence in Europe with ourBiden made his comment after reporters asked about. During the 50-minute call, the two presidents mostly discussed de-escalation in Ukraine and U.S.-Russia diplomatic relations heading into European talks that will begin in mid-January.
More than 13,000 lives have been lost in the Donbas region since Russia's annexation of Crimea from Ukraine in 2014. Russia-backed separatists have fought in the region, though the Russian government has officially denied any involvement. Ukraine has accused Russia of trying to destabilize and claim the region.
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