Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's Call with Head of Cabinet of the President of the European Council Frédéric Bernard

National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke with Frédéric Bernard, Head of Cabinet of the President of the European Council, on February 14. They discussed their shared concerns about Russia's continued build-up of military forces around Ukraine. They reviewed recent diplomatic engagements to address the crisis, ongoing preparations by the U.S. and EU to impose severe economic consequences if Russia chooses further military escalation, and efforts to provide continued support to Ukraine, including through economic assistance.