REPORT: U.S. Believes Putin Has Given Order to Russian Military to Invade Ukraine

NEWS: The U.S. believes Putin has decided to invade Ukraine and communicated those plans to the Russian military, three officials tell @nickschifrin. Two admin officials say they expect the invasion to begin next week—echoing what Secretary of State Blinken has said.

— Geoff Bennett (@GeoffRBennett) February 11, 2022

Officials reportedly believe the war will begin with a two day bombardment followed by a ground invasion:

More via @nickschifrin : Defense officials anticipate a horrific, bloody campaign that begins with two days of bombardment and electronic warfare, followed by an invasion, with the possible goal of regime change. The North Atlantic Council was briefed on this new intel today.

— Geoff Bennett (@GeoffRBennett) February 11, 2022

This situation is developing…