President Joe Biden on June 9 began his first trip abroad since taking office by hailing America’s unwavering commitment to the NATO alliance and warning Russia it faced “robust and meaningful” consequences if it engaged in harmful activities.
EurActiv: Biden warns Russia it faces ‘robust’ response for harmful actions as he begins European visit
US President Joe Biden walks to speak to the press before boarding Air Force One at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland before departing for the UK and Europe to attend a series of summits on June 9, 2021.