Biden said he gave the order to shoot down the balloon on the first of February

It is reported by TASS with reference to the press pool of the White House.

“On Wednesday, when I was briefed about the ball, I ordered the Pentagon to shoot it down on Wednesday as soon as possible,” the American president said.

According to him, the Pentagon assured that it is necessary to wait for the safest moment.

Earlier, the United States shot down a Chinese balloon.

The Pentagon said that the downed PRC balloon was used to monitor US strategic facilities.