Chance of diplomatic solution 'higher' than invasion, says Ukraine
Ukraine's presidency has insisted the chance of resolving soaring tensions with Russia through diplomacy remains greater than that of an attack, as the US warned Moscow was stepping up preparations for an invasion.
"An honest assessment of the situation suggests that the chance of finding a diplomatic solution for de-escalation is still substantially higher than the threat of further escalation," said presidency advisor Mykhailo Podolyak in a statement.
Earlier, US officials said Russia had stepped up preparations for an all-out invasion of Ukraine but that it is not clear if Moscow has decided to take such a step, citing intelligence assessments.
Russia has assembled 110,000 troops along the border with its pro-Western neighbour, but US intelligence has not determined if President Vladimir Putin has actually decided to invade, according to the officials who in recent days briefed members of Congress and European allies.
https://www.rte.ie/news/2022/0206/1278085-us-russia-ukraine/
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