The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has urged Russia to "unilaterally" de-escalate its aggression against Ukraine. Blinken stressed that Russia still has time to avoid a massive conflict by withdrawing troops and engaging in diplomacy. However, he reiterated the strong unity among NATO allies in supporting Ukraine and imposing severe sanctions on Russia. Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, the situation remains unpredictable, with Russia's troop buildup near Ukraine intensifying concerns.