Russian invasion of Ukraine could begin ‘any day now,’ White House’s Sullivan says

A Russian invasion of Ukraine could begin “any day now,” White House national-security adviser Jake Sullivan said Friday, telling reporters that Moscow is in position to mount a “major military action.” Sullivan said the U.S. isn’t saying Putin has made a final decision but still urged Americans in Ukraine to leave the country within 48 hours. Sullivan added a Russian invasion could happen during the Olympics, which are being held in Beijing. Stocks extended an afternoon decline, with the Dow falling more than 300 points at its session low. Traditional haven assets saw some buying interest, with Treasury yields pulling back and gold extending gains. Oil futures also extended a Friday rise.

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