US asks Vietnam to support Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, Vietnam, on June 20, 2024. Following Putin's visit, the United States sought Vietnam's commitment to support Ukraine's sovereignty.

The United States called on Vietnam Thursday to support Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity following Vladimir Putin's one-day visit to Hanoi, part of the Russian president’s brief Asian tour seeking to shore up alliances in the face of mounting Western sanctions.