US First Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman said that the accumulation of Russian troops on the border of Ukraine could lead to a crisis. However, she added that Russia has concentrated its forces to put pressure on Europe and the United States.
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“This is a provocative step leading to an escalation of tension and causing great concern. Without a doubt, this could lead to a crisis,” Sherman said.
At the same time, she expressed hope that the Russian president would make the right choice.
“I hope that President Putin will make the right choice to start de-escalation and engage in diplomatic work, otherwise he will face very dire consequences, both in the economic sphere and otherwise, if he invades Ukraine or in any way undermines or forces make changes that the Ukrainian people did not ask for,” Sherman said.
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