Karoline Leavitt: “The president wants to see this deal come together and he…”

“He's talked to both leaders countless times. Our team has engaged with both the Russians and the Ukrainians extensively. As I said, there is a sense of urgency. The president wants to see this deal come together and he wants to see this war end.” (00:33–00:38)

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