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The West Prepares for Ukraine Crisis
Diplomatic talks may be all that's standing in the way of a possible Russian invasion of Ukraine. As peaceful methods are pursued, the U.S. has put 8,500 troops on high alert in Eastern Europe and ordered U.S. Embassy families to leave the ex-Soviet nation. Some NATO members have also put their forces on standby and sent fighter jets near the region. Find out about the West's latest steps, why Americans should care and what's behind Europe's caution.
Actions From the West
The Current Situation in Russia-Ukraine
Why it Matters to America
Europe's Caution Over Sanctions
