Biden Warns Putin ‘Not Going to Stop at Ukraine’ in Joint Presser with Macron

Biden Warns Putin ‘Not Going to Stop at Ukraine’ in Joint Presser with Macron

Keywords: Joe Biden, Vladimir Putin, Emmanuel Macron, Ukraine

US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron held a joint press conference on Thursday, where Biden issued a stern warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

“Russia cannot and will not conquer Ukraine. It will be a strategic failure for Russia,” Biden declared. “Putin is not going to stop at Ukraine.”

Biden emphasized that Putin’s ambitions extended beyond Ukraine, citing his past aggression against Georgia and Crimea. He warned that if Putin was not stopped, he would continue to destabilize Europe and undermine international order.

“We must make sure that Putin does not succeed,” Biden said. “We must stand up to Russian aggression and hold them accountable for their actions.”

Macron echoed Biden’s concerns, stating that Putin’s goal was to “create an order that is no longer based on law.” He stressed the need for the West to remain united in opposing Russian aggression and supporting Ukraine.

The joint press conference came amid growing fears that Putin may escalate the conflict in Ukraine. Western intelligence has indicated that Russia is planning a major offensive in the coming weeks.

Biden and Macron reiterated their commitment to providing Ukraine with the weapons and support it needs to defend itself. They also pledged to impose severe sanctions on Russia if it further escalates the conflict.

The warning from Biden and Macron sends a clear message to Putin that the United States and its allies will not tolerate further aggression in Europe. It remains to be seen whether Putin will heed their warnings or continue to pursue his expansionist ambitions.