Joe Biden has warned Ukrainian President Vlodomyr Zelensky that an invasion by Russian forces in February is a 'distinct possibility' despite ongoing diplomatic talks. Follow Newsweek's liveblog for all the latest.
NATO allies have refocused efforts on cyber warfare and disinformation in recent days, citing attempts by Russian officials to spread false information.
Common false accusations laid at the door of Western countries include the U.S. and Ukraine being the aggressors in current ongoing tensions - despite Russian forces massing at the border - and that NATO has been plotting against Russia for decades. Another is that the U.S. is hiding illegal weapons in the Donbas region - a belief commonly held by pro-Russian militants in the area. The rebels maintain control through the Donetsk People's Republic - a self-proclaimed state in south-eastern Ukraine that announced a split from wider Ukraine following the Russian invasion in 2014.
Citing the attempts to mislead people, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said the U.S. is"much more cognizant of the Russian disinformation machine than we were in 2014" and said the Biden administration will be"very clear with the global community and the U.S. public what they're trying to do and why".The two leaders discussed"possibilities for financial support" from the U.S.
I spoke with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to discuss our coordinated diplomatic efforts and reaffirm our support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. We will respond decisively — along with our Allies and partners — if Russia further invades Ukraine.
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