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Biden threatens to sanction Putin himself as White House calls Russian invasion of Ukraine 'imminent'

Biden threatens to sanction Putin himself as White House calls Russian invasion

Joe Biden stressed that the situation on the border with Ukraine is insecure, with Russian troops gathering, but few observers have any definitive knowledge of whether or when they may invade.

Earlier, the White House said a Russian invasion was "imminent" and US troops were placed on high alert to deploy to Europe. American and European sanctions are almost ready in the event of an invasion. Biden also said he would be willing to impose sanctions on Russian President Vladimir Putin himself, a step that previous presidents have avoided.

Biden revealed he could move US troops to Eastern Europe soon to demonstrate US commitment to its NATO allies: "I can move some of those troops in the near term just because it takes time. And again, it's not provocative. , "he said.

Earlier, French President Emmmanuel Macron said the answer would be there and the cost to Russia would be very high if it attacked Ukraine.

"We are simultaneously preparing the joint response and response in the event of an attack," he said, noting that the West was united and reiterating its joint call for a de-escalation of tensions.

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