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Nato secretary-general ‘cautiously optimistic’ Russia-Ukraine tension will be quelled
Nato secretary-general Jens Stoltenberg has said there is cause for “cautious optimism” when it comes to quelling the crisis on the Ukrainian border.
Fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine remain high, with both the UK and US warning that military action could happen at any time.
Speaking at a press conference in Brussels, Mr Stoltenberg said there has so far been no signs of military de-escalation from the Kremlin, but added there appears to be a “willingness” to “continue to engage in diplomatic efforts”.
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