the stakes are huge. russia succeeds, gains leverage over ukraine, divides europe, weakens the transatlantic alliance, everyone's options are limited. >> this is a narrative in which germany is really alone. its european neighbors are against it, the u.s. is against it. it's not just for biden to find a way out, but for merkel and her ally toes find a way forward. >> with more than 90% of the pipeline completed, time for the solution is dwindling. nic robertson, cnn, london. just ahead on cnn, the controversial interview expected to chip away at the miss technique of the british royal family. why meghan markle says she's opening up now to oprah winfrey. proven ingredients that fuel 5 indicators of brain performance. memory, focus, accuracy, learning, and concentration. try our new gummies for 30 days