The prospect of conflict between Russia and Ukraine persists after President Joe Biden spoke with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin via a video call.

Biden emphasized his support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and implored Russia to deescalate tensions and return to diplomacy, according to the White House after the president’s two-hour conversation with Putin.

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