The West's response to Russia's invasion of Crimea in 2014 has come under renewed scrutiny this week, with outgoing NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg suggesting that a stronger reaction from the U.S. and NATO at that time might have prevented the subsequent war in Ukraine. Stoltenberg emphasized the importance of delivering weapons earlier to deter further aggression.
President Biden also acknowledged past shortcomings, expressing regret over the handling of the situation in 2014. He highlighted the need for a more robust response to Russia's actions, indicating a shift in approach under his administration.
