Thank you, Madam Chair.
Thank you to the witnesses for being here today.
My first question is for the officials from the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development.
It's clear that opinions differ on whether a Russian attack is imminent. President Biden seems certain that Russia could attack in the very near future. President Zelensky, however, doesn't appear to be as certain, even calling on western leaders to adopt a more cautious tone in their rhetoric on Russia.
Are we fanning the flames? Can this conflict be avoided?