U.S., EU Vow Swift Riposte, China Restrained on Russia: Reaction
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The U.S. and European allies promised a swift response to Russia’s military invasion of Ukraine, as China refrained from criticizing President Vladimir Putin for ordering attacks across the former Soviet republic and sending troops over the border.
“President Putin has chosen a premeditated war that will bring a catastrophic loss of life and human suffering,” President Joe Biden said. “The United States and its allies and partners will respond in a united and decisive way.”