Russia says it wants peace but has 'gun on the table' - U.S. envoy


  • World
  • Friday, 28 Jan 2022

FILE PHOTO: U.S. ambassador to Russia John Sullivan leaves after visiting the Russian Foreign Ministry headquarters in Moscow, Russia January 26, 2022. REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Russia says it does not want war but has placed a "gun on the table" in its negotiations with the United States by massing troops on Ukraine's borders, U.S. Ambassador to Moscow John Sullivan said on Friday.

In an online briefing from Moscow, Sullivan described the buildup of tens of thousands of Russian troops as "extraordinary" and said it could not be explained as an ordinary military exercise or exercises.

The Star Festive Promo: Get 35% OFF Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In World

Russia's Putin and Saudi crown prince discuss work of OPEC+, Kremlin says
NATO has started military planning for an Arctic mission
French prosecutors seek public office bans in Le Pen appeals trial
French teacher stabbed by pupil in southern France school
Delays at Frankfurt airport as runways shut due to snow
Syrian security convoy enters key Kurdish city under US-backed deal
Top EU diplomat to visit Kyrgyzstan for talks on sanctions
Norway parliament supports monarchy despite scandals
Trump and Colombia's Petro, foes exploring a thaw, meet at White House
Greenland foreign minister hopeful to find common ground with US that will respect its red lines

Others Also Read