Ignore the map, it’s from the New York Times, a known anti-Russian propaganda rag
There is no troop buildup on the border with Ukraine, and even if there were, they are conducting routine exercises made necessary by Ukrainian aggression.
President Vladimir Putin of Russia is interested in our Infrastructure bill and is willing to offer up to $1 trillion in financing from Russia’s National Wealth fund; In exchange, Russia demands exclusive development rights for their latest natural gas pipeline, NORD Stream 3; And that the IMGFLIP_PRESIDENTS Congress pass a resolution condemning Ukraine for bordering Russia