Harris: Consequences 'severe and swift' in case of Ukraine invasion
Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States, speaks during the second day of the Munich Security Conference. Tobias Hase/dpa
Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States, speaks during the second day of the Munich Security Conference. Tobias Hase/dpa

The US is very much open to negotiations with Russia in light of the brewing Ukraine crisis, says US Vice President Kamala Harris, but also warned of "consequences" should a feared invasion take place.

"We are still open to a diplomatic resolution," said the vice president, speaking at the Munich Security Conference. "But if it does not [work], then there are consequences.

"And they will be severe and swift."

Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States, speaks during the second day of the Munich Security Conference. Tobias Hase/dpa