'Winning a battle is not the same thing as winning a war. Taking the city is not the same thing as capturing the hearts and minds of Ukrainians,' Blinken said.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Sunday that NATO members have the go-ahead to send fighter jets to Ukraine as the U.S. and allies continue their efforts to help Ukraine"That gets a green-light," Blinken said in an interview with"Face the Nation" when asked whether the Polish government, a member of NATO, could send fighter planes to Ukraine.
Blinken, who was in eastern Europe meeting with U.S. allies, said NATO countries and members of the Group of 7 are"working together" to raise the pressure on Russia, including through additional sanctions, which will be implemented in the coming days. Still, Blinken noted that Putin is"doubling down and digging in on this aggression against Ukraine."
Asked whether the U.S. is working on a contingency plan to support the Ukrainian government should something happen to Zelensky, Blinken praised his leadership and indicated Ukrainian officials are prepared.