Biden to Deliver Speech Tomorrow Condemning Russia's Invasion of Ukraine... Additional Sanctions to Be Announced

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[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] U.S. President Joe Biden is scheduled to deliver a speech on the 24th (local time) regarding the commencement of Russia's military operation.

CNN reported on the 23rd, citing White House officials, that President Biden will announce additional sanctions measures during this address. The official explained, "The United States, its allies, and partners will hold Russia accountable for attacking Ukraine without cause or justification."

Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin officially announced the launch of a special military operation in the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine. Immediately after, major foreign media outlets including CNN and NBC News reported hearing explosions in Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine.

President Biden promptly condemned the action in a statement, saying, "Russia is responsible for the loss of life and destruction this invasion will cause," and added, "The United States, its allies, and partners will respond in unity." He also indicated additional sanctions against Russia during a virtual summit with the Group of Seven (G7) leaders on the morning of the 24th.

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