CLEAN : White House says Russian attack on Ukraine still 'imminent' but sees 'adjustments' by Putin

The transcript discusses the current positioning of Russian military forces and the US's ongoing communication with Ukraine. It highlights the US's diplomatic efforts with allies to deter further Russian aggression, emphasizing that the US has no intention of sending troops to Ukraine. The US is also focused on mitigating energy costs for Americans. Potential financial sanctions and export controls are considered as responses to further Russian escalation. Sanctions are designed to be escalatory, with options including targeting major Russian banks and financial sectors.

What has been the consistent assessment regarding Russian military forces?

• They are in an attack position.

• They have increased diplomatic efforts.

• They have withdrawn from the border.

• They are reducing their military capabilities.

What is the U.S. President's intention regarding military involvement in Ukraine?

• To establish a military base in Ukraine.

• To provide military aid to Ukraine.

• To send troops to fight in Ukraine.

• To avoid sending U.S. troops to Ukraine.

What is one of the measures the U.S. President is taking to reduce the impact on energy costs?

• Utilizing specific authority for financial actions.

• Reducing energy consumption in the U.S.

• Increasing oil imports from Russia.

• Building new energy plants in Europe.

What are sanctions designed to do according to the transcript?

• Promote free trade agreements.

• Decrease international tensions.

• Support Russian financial institutions.

• Be escalatory and increase pressure.

What is one of the potential escalatory steps mentioned?

• Sanctioning the smallest banks.

• Reducing export controls.

• Increasing diplomatic talks.

• Sanctioning the largest banks.