Deputy Assistant to the President of the United States for National Security Jonathan Finer said on MSNBC that the White House considers Russia's recognition of the DPR and LPR to be the start of an invasion of Ukraine.
“We believe that yes, this is the beginning of an invasion, a new Russian invasion of Ukraine. And you have already witnessed the beginning of our response, which, as we said, will be swift and tough, ”said a White House spokesman.
According to him, by its actions, Russia "greatly reduced the likelihood" of a diplomatic solution to the Ukrainian crisis.
Earlier, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte called Putin "insane" after recognizing the independence of the DNR and LNR.
On February 21, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the recognition of the sovereignty of the DNR and LNR. Putin also instructed the Russian Foreign Ministry to establish diplomatic relations with the DPR and LPR, and the Ministry of Defense to ensure the maintenance of peace in their territories. In the West, Russia's actions were regarded as a violation of international law and announced their intention to impose new sanctions against Russia. The issue of new restrictive measures is being studied in the European Union, Canada, Great Britain, the USA and Japan.
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