President Biden plans to speak by phone with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy on Sunday to reaffirm US support for the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity, the White House says.
Both leaders will discuss Russia's military build-up on Ukraine's border, and review preparations for upcoming diplomatic talks to de-escalate the situation in the region, the White House said.
"President Biden urged Russia to de-escalate tensions with Ukraine. He made clear that the United States and its allies and partners will respond decisively if Russia further invades Ukraine," said White House press secretary Jen Psaki in a statement Thursday.
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