We are continuing our discussions with allies and partners to encourage LNG exports and identify other strategies to reduce their energy dependence on Russia.
Not only have Germany and France stated formally that they are prepared to pursue serious action should Russia launch a military invasion of Ukraine, but so too has every country in the G7 and North Atlantic Treaty Organization, or NATO. They have all made that clear.
As far as economic and energy ties go, that does not diminish the need to continue working together to avoid a conflict and find a diplomatic solution.