
Biden and Putin set to hold call at critical moment of escalating tensions over Ukraine
CNN
President Joe Biden will hold a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday in what is expected to be a highly consequential meeting for the two leaders amid escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine.
According to a White House preview of the call, "The leaders will discuss a range of topics in the US-Russia relationship, including strategic stability, cyber, and regional issues. President Biden will underscore US concerns with Russian military activities on the border with Ukraine and reaffirm the United States' support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine."
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday that talks between Biden and Putin will take place via a secure video link "behind closed doors."

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