US Sec. of State Blinken delivers remarks at UN Security Council – live stream

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will be delivering his remarks on the Russia-Ukraine conflict at a UN Security Council Meeting, from UN Headquarters in New York City, on February 17, 2022.

Markets remain risk-averse on Thursday on reports pointing to a heightened risk of a Russian invasion. The benchmark 10-year US Treasury bond yield is down more than 3% on the day and the S&P 500 Index is losing 1.25%.

Meanwhile, the US Dollar Index, which tracks the dollar's performance against a basket of six major currencies, stays relatively quiet below 96.00.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister: Fire from a tank recorded in Eastern Ukraine.

Russia says US security proposals not constructive, ignore key Russia security concerns.