this is something we have proven. therefore, i'm absolutely certain that if we see further russian aggression there will be further reactions from nato allies as we have stated and as we are preparing for and closely consulting and coordinating every day here at the nato. but this is two approaches. it's about strength sending clear message that costs of any further incursion from russia, but also an invitation to dialogue, so therefore this week i invited russia to sit down in a meeting, and actually check whether they are serious about seeking a political solution. >> and finally on that, i wanted to ask you, if russia interprets, if vladimir putin interprets what came from the president last night, despite clarifications this morning, if they interpret that as some kind of weakness in the resolve to respond to aggression against ukraine, if they see that as a green light even though you say