As the world awaits the outcome of the U.S.-Russia standoff, questions surround President Joe Biden’s handling of arguably the most consequential foreign policy decision of his term.

Russia has sent about 100,000 troops along its border with Ukraine in an act of aggression that may have broad implications about U.S. diplomatic and military strength, European stability, and the global economy.

Polls show Americans are mostly against U.S. intervention. A recent CBS News/YouGov survey showed 53% want the U.S. to stay out of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, compared to 43% who said the U.S. should back Ukraine. A Yahoo News/YouGov poll showed 49% want the U.S. to not take sides, while 46% want the U.S. to back Ukraine.

But how has Biden fared with the American public as he faces a crucial foreign policy test?

According to polls from Reuters-Ipsos, Biden has seen his numbers slightly improve in February.

In a poll released in early February, Biden had a 41% job approval rating, and a 55% disapproval rating. The numbers improved days later to a 43% approval rating and a 51% disapproval rating.

The most recent poll from Reuters-Ipsos, which was released on Feb. 16, showed Biden had a 44% approval rating and a 51% disapproval rating -- a notable improvement from the start of the month.

However, the polls showed that foreign policy is not a top concern amongst Americans, even along political affiliations. War and foreign conflicts were a top concern for just 4% of Democrats, 3% of Republicans and 2% of independents.

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