08/31/2022
https://transcripts.cnn.com...
"As long as there is hope of a diplomatic resolution that prevents the use of force and avoids incredible human suffering that would follow, we will pursue it."
"If Russia does invade in the days and weeks ahead, the human cost for Ukraine will be immense. And the strategic cost for Russia will also be immense."
"This will be a war of choice, if you end up invading Ukraine. This would be a self-inflicted wound."
"We`re willing to make practical result-oriented steps that can advance our common security. We will not sacrifice basic principles though. Nations have a right to sovereignty and territorial integrity..."