The White House defended President Joe Biden’s decision not to deploy U.S. forces into Ukraine, despite acknowledging Russian President Vladimir Putin’s “larger ambitions” of restoring the former Soviet Union.

Biden has been “clear” regarding U.S. support of NATO defense operations, according to White House press secretary Jen Psaki. But Biden’s responsibilities as president mean taking the best steps for the country, she said.

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