Any Movement of Russian Troops Across the Ukrainian Border Will Be Considered an Invasion: Biden

Any movement of Russian troops across the Ukrainian border will be considered an invasion, and Moscow will pay a heavy price for such actions. This statement was made by U.S. President Joe Biden.

According to AP, this was the White House's latest attempt to clarify Biden's comments from the day before, where he suggested that a "minor incursion" by Russia into Ukraine could lead to a more measured response from the United States and its allies.

Facing a wave of criticism from Republican lawmakers and Ukrainian officials, Biden sought to clarify his statements during a meeting focused on the White House's domestic policy. "I have been absolutely clear with President Putin. If Russian units cross into Ukraine, that is an invasion," Biden said, adding that the invasion would face a "strong and coordinated economic response."