US White House claims Russia's invasion of Ukraine is imminent; 'could start any day'

Amid escalation of Russia-Ukraine conflict, Biden administration has warned of possible imminent Russian invasion of Ukraine. US already asked Americans in Ukraine to leave immediately stating that Russia might invade Ukraine any day on Friday. As per reports of AP, US officials familiar with situation, suggest that Russia is eyeing Wednesday as a possible target day. White House indicated that an invasion might begin with aerial bombing, making escape impossible and putting civilians in danger.

President Biden has stated that US military will t intervene in Ukraine conflict, but he has vowed that US will impose severe ecomic sanctions on Russia in coordination with international allies.  White House claims that if Russia goes forward with action, it would pay "swift penalties," while Kremlin has slammed US for its hysteria over Ukraine and rejected any preparations to invade.

3,000 additional US troops to Poland to reassure allies

Pentagon has added 3,000 additional US troops to Poland to reassure allies, heightening atmosphere of panic, according to AP. authorities suggest that a small number of officials may remain in Kyiv, but vast majority of almost 200 Americans will be sent out or relocated to Ukraine's far west, near Polish border, so US may maintain a diplomatic presence in country. Jake Sullivan, Biden's national security advisor, encourd all Americans in Ukraine to evacuate, warning that y should t expect US military to rescue m if air and rail transit is disrupted as a result of a Russian invasion.

White House stated that President Joe Biden informed Russian President Vladimir Putin that invading Ukraine would result in widespread human suffering and that West was dedicated to dialogue to resolve problem on Saturday. Biden administration official stated that Russia may decide to take military action anyway.

'Uncertain wher Russia is interested in pursuing its goals diplomatically'

He also stated that Biden reiterated  United States' thoughts on how to improve European security while simultaneously addressing some of Russia's security concerns. official also said that Biden believes that it remains uncertain wher Russia is interested in pursuing its goals diplomatically. official stated that US does t have complete visibility into Putin's decision-making process.

(Inputs from ANI)