Biden Team Seeks to Temper Remark on Putin

The transcript discusses an unscripted remark by a U.S. official regarding regime change, which was clarified as not a policy change. This led to diplomatic efforts to maintain unity among NATO allies, with leaders like Macron and Scholz emphasizing that regime change is not NATO's goal. The transcript also covers the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian negotiations, highlighting some progress and the complexities involved, including the presence of Russian troops in the Donbass region and the need for direct talks between Putin and Zelinski.

What was the nature of the remark made by the U.S. official regarding regime change?

• A scripted policy statement

• A planned diplomatic strategy

• An unscripted human reaction

• A formal NATO declaration

What was the stance of the French President regarding NATO's approach?

• Encouraging military escalation

• Supporting regime change

• Avoiding escalation with words or deeds

• Promoting economic sanctions

What did President Zelinski acknowledge about the Russian troops in the Donbass region?

• They would be withdrawn immediately

• They were already present before the full-scale invasion

• They were part of a new deployment

• They were not a concern for Ukraine

What change in Russia's stance was noted during the negotiations?

• Insistence on complete demilitarization

• Acceptance of Ukraine having some form of army

• Demand for immediate regime change

• Refusal to negotiate any terms

What remains unclear about the negotiations between Russia and Ukraine?

• The exact date of the next meeting

• Putin's personal intentions

• The role of NATO in the talks

• The economic impact on Europe