Biden announces “short-term” deployment of US troops in Eastern Europe and NATO, but “not much”

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28 One 2022 23:00 GMT

The Pentagon on Monday placed 8,500 soldiers on high alert for a possible ship to strengthen the fleet.

US President Joe Biden said on Friday that his country would soon send a large number of troops to NATO member states and Eastern Europe.

“I will move US troops to Eastern Europe and NATO countries at any time. Not many,” Biden told reporters after landing outside Washington after leaving for Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. According to NBC.

Four days ago, this Monday, the Pentagon Put With great caution for a potential shipment of 8,500 soldiers to strengthen the alliance. However, US Defense Spokesman John Kirby later confirmed that no decision had been made on the deployment.

To date, NATO has based about 4,000 soldiers in multinational battalions in Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia and Poland, with the support of tanks, air defense and intelligence and surveillance units. details Reuters.

The Speculations Several media outlets about the possible Russian invasion of Ukraine have intensified in the West since the plans for the operation were unveiled in November. For its part, Russia again and again Passed False and unsubstantiated allegations He is responsible for the alleged provocation in Ukraine.

Over the past week, Ukrainian officials have repeatedly stated that they do not see any threat of an attack from Russia. This Monday, the Minister of Defense of Ukraine Alexei Resnikov Announced Information from Ukraine’s intelligence and its allies mentions it Russia has not stopped any attack group Shows his intention to launch an attack the next day.

Meanwhile, Washington insists that there is a threat of Russian invasion. Thus, White House spokeswoman Jen Zaki said. Announced This Tuesday, Washington observed “aggressive measures and preparations” for an attack on the border between the two countries. In turn, US Undersecretary of State Wendy Sherman, Announced This Wednesday, Washington sees “all indications” that Russia plans to use its armed forces against Ukraine in mid-February.