Nearly a year into the war in Ukraine, U.S. policymakers and intelligence analysts have more confidence that they understand at least some of President Vladimir V. Putin’s red lines.
Tag: Dirty Bombs and Radiological Weapons
The U.N.’s nuclear watchdog finds no evidence for Russia’s claim that Ukraine is readying a ‘dirty bomb.’
The International Atomic Energy Agency said its inspections had found no evidence of illegal nuclear activity at three sites that figured in Russia’s claims.
Russia’s Nuclear Weapons Rhetoric: How Concerned Should We Be?
U.S. officials say they do not believe that Russia has decided to detonate a tactical device, but concerns are rising.
Russia Rejoins Grain Deal, but Warns It Could Pull Out Again
The agreement allows Ukraine, a major food producer, to export grain by sea, easing the threat of famine in other countries.
Biden Faces New Challenges With Coalition on Ukraine Support
The domestic and international consensus has shown signs of fraying as midterm elections loom in the United States and Europeans face the prospect of a cold winter.
Russia Intensifies Its Propaganda Campaign Against Ukraine
A new push by the Kremlin frames the war as a counterterrorism operation and seeks to rally Russians to support the fight, officials and researchers say.
Biden Says Russian Use of a Nuclear Weapon Would Be a ‘Serious Mistake’
President Biden’s remarks reflect the urgent concern in Washington and among Western allies that Russia may be searching for a pretext to unleash a battlefield nuclear weapon.
What Are ‘Dirty Bombs’ and Why Is Russia Talking About Them?
The idea of radiological dispersal devices is not new, and Russia’s claim that Ukraine would build and use one has been met with scorn from the West.
Western Allies Reject Russia’s ‘Dirty Bomb’ Claims
Diplomats from France, Britain and the United States called Russia’s allegation a pretext that Moscow has concocted for escalating the war.