The US and allies have expressed their desire for a diplomatic solution on Ukraine. The leaders also agreed on the importance of “coordinated efforts to deter Russian aggression against Ukraine,” including imposing sanctions in the event of a military escalation and strengthening NATO’s eastern flank. The main topic of discussion was the possible threat of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The call was not on the president’s official schedule released last night, CNBC reports. Most likely, the online meeting was arranged without planning in advance. US President Joe Biden spoke with the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Britain, Canada, Poland and Romania, the White House said Friday.
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