Biden describes the attack on Ukraine as “unjustified and unprovoked,” and promises that the “world will hold Russia accountable.”
President Biden stated that Russia is solely responsible for the death and destruction that this attack will bring, and that the US, its allies, and partners will respond in a united and decisive manner.
US President Joe Biden slammed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s decision to commence military operations in Ukraine on Thursday, calling it “unprovoked and unjustified.”
“President Putin has chosen a deliberate war that will result in massive human suffering and loss of life. The United States and its allies and partners will respond in a united and decisive manner to the death and damage that this attack will bring. “The international community will hold Russia accountable,” according to a statement.
“We will also collaborate with our NATO Allies to guarantee a strong, united response that deters any action against the Alliance,” Biden said, adding that he will be meeting with his G7 counterparts to impose additional sanctions on Russia. This evening, I’ll be monitoring the situation from the White House, and my national security staff will continue to provide me with regular updates.”