Linda Thomas-Greenfield actually said...

"The threats of aggression on the border of Ukraine. Yes, on its border is provocative. Our recognition of the facts on the ground is not provocative. The provocations from Russia not from us or other ..."

"This is the largest -- this is the largest -- hear me clearly -- mobilization of troops in Europe in decades. And, as we speak, Russia is sending even more forces and arms to join them. If Russia furt..."

"yes, it is uncomfortable sitting side by side with these people, but it is as uncomfortable for them to be sitting next to us and for us to be calling them out"

"We must have the courage to insist on reforms that make the U.N. efficient and effective, and the persistence to see reforms through."