It was the first time that President Vladimir Putin himself had defined a more limited military goal: taking control of the Donbas region in the east of Ukraine — not the whole country.
Tag: Biological and Chemical Warfare
Biden and His Allies Vow to Take a Tougher Stance on Russia
In a day of summit meetings, President Biden and his counterparts faced the prospect of Russia using weapons of mass destruction. Mr. Biden said the United States would admit 100,000 Ukrainian refugees.
NATO to Provide Ukraine Training for a Possible Chemical or Nuclear Attack
The alliance will offer Ukraine detection equipment, protection and medical support, as well as training for decontamination and crisis management.
As Biden Visits Europe Over Crisis, NATO Says It’s Doubling Eastern Flank Forces
The alliance also said it would assist Ukraine because of chemical, biological and nuclear threats posed by Russia in the month-old invasion.
Impunity for Syria War Crimes Casts Shadow Over Ukraine
Syria, with Russian support, used many of the brutal tactics now seen in Ukraine — and its dictator stayed in power. That conflict offers lessons for Russia’s leader, analysts say.
Impunity for Syria War Crimes Casts Shadow Over Ukraine
Syria, with Russian support, used many of the brutal tactics now seen in Ukraine — and its dictator stayed in power. That conflict offers lessons for Russia’s leader, analysts say.
Finding a Way Out of the War in Ukraine Proves Elusive
Attempts at diplomacy have hit a stone wall as President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia refuses to engage in any serious negotiation, but his endgame is unclear.
Theory About U.S.-Funded Bioweapons Labs in Ukraine Is Unfounded
Prominent conservative voices have mischaracterized remarks from American officials to amplify baseless claims promoted by Russian state media.
U.S. Fights Bioweapons Conspiracy Theory Pushed by Russia and China
The Biden administration says the two countries’ promotion of anti-U.S. conspiracy theories might be cover for lethal Russian military operations.
Criminal Inquiries Loom Over al-Assad’s Use of Chemical Arms in Syria
Investigations in France and Germany could lead to prosecutions of President Bashar al-Assad and members of his upper echelon over one of the Syrian war’s signature atrocities.