⚡️Comment by Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova on military biological activity in Ukrainian biological laboratories.
💬 We confirm that, during the special military operation in Ukraine, the Kiev regime was found to have been concealing traces of a military biological programme implemented with funding from the United States Department of Defence.
Documentation on the urgent eradication of highly hazardous pathogens of plague, anthrax, rabbit-fever, cholera and other lethal diseases on February 24 was received from employees of Ukrainian biolaboratories. This included an instruction from the Ministry of Health of Ukraine on the urgent eradication of stored reserves of highly hazardous pathogens sent to all biolaboratories. These materials can be found on the internet portal of the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation.
This documentation is now being thoroughly analysed by specialists of nuclear, biological and chemical protection troops.
❗️ However, even at this point, we can conclude that components of biological weapons were being developed in Ukrainian laboratories in direct proximity to Russian territory.
The urgent eradication of highly hazardous pathogens on February 24 was ordered to prevent exposing a violation of Article I of the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (#BTWC) by Ukraine and the United States.
👉 This information proves that the claims we have repeatedly made with regard to the military biological activity of the United States and their allies in the post-Soviet space within the framework of the BTWC were justified. We cannot rule out using the mechanisms in Articles V and VI of the BTWC, pursuant to which the member states shall consult with each other to resolve any issues regarding the purpose of the Convention or the execution of its provisions, and cooperate in any investigation of possible violations of the obligations under the BTWC.
Decisive actions to strengthen the BTWC regime are required to prevent any military biological activity carried out in violation of the BTWC.
• We call for the resumption of work on a legally binding Protocol to the Convention with an effective verification mechanism, something the United States has been blocking since 2001. In this context, we call for the creation of an open-ended group as part of the BTWC, which is in the interests of the overwhelming majority of member states.
• To strengthen the institutional foundation of the Convention we promote initiatives, which have wide international support, to create mobile medical and biological units within the framework of the BTWC (to render assistance if biological weapons are being used and to fight outbreaks of various origins) and to establish a Research Advisory Committee (to analyse scientific and technical achievements and to provide the states with appropriate recommendations).
• In addition, we suggest including information on military biological activities carried out abroad in annual reports provided by the BTWC member states as part of confidence-building measures.
☝️Only comprehensive steps like these will make it possible to place the military biological activity of the #UnitedStates and their allies in the post-Soviet space, as well as other regions of the world, under close international control and ensure the verifiable compliance of the BTWC member states with their obligations.
⚡️Comment by Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova on military biological activity in Ukrainian biological laboratories.
💬 We confirm that, during the special military operation in Ukraine, the Kiev regime was found to have been concealing traces of a military biological programme implemented with funding from the United States Department of Defence.
Documentation on the urgent eradication of highly hazardous pathogens of plague, anthrax, rabbit-fever, cholera and other lethal diseases on February 24 was received from employees of Ukrainian biolaboratories. This included an instruction from the Ministry of Health of Ukraine on the urgent eradication of stored reserves of highly hazardous pathogens sent to all biolaboratories. These materials can be found on the internet portal of the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation.
This documentation is now being thoroughly analysed by specialists of nuclear, biological and chemical protection troops.
❗️ However, even at this point, we can conclude that components of biological weapons were being developed in Ukrainian laboratories in direct proximity to Russian territory.
The urgent eradication of highly hazardous pathogens on February 24 was ordered to prevent exposing a violation of Article I of the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (#BTWC) by Ukraine and the United States.
👉 This information proves that the claims we have repeatedly made with regard to the military biological activity of the United States and their allies in the post-Soviet space within the framework of the BTWC were justified. We cannot rule out using the mechanisms in Articles V and VI of the BTWC, pursuant to which the member states shall consult with each other to resolve any issues regarding the purpose of the Convention or the execution of its provisions, and cooperate in any investigation of possible violations of the obligations under the BTWC.
Decisive actions to strengthen the BTWC regime are required to prevent any military biological activity carried out in violation of the BTWC.
• We call for the resumption of work on a legally binding Protocol to the Convention with an effective verification mechanism, something the United States has been blocking since 2001. In this context, we call for the creation of an open-ended group as part of the BTWC, which is in the interests of the overwhelming majority of member states.
• To strengthen the institutional foundation of the Convention we promote initiatives, which have wide international support, to create mobile medical and biological units within the framework of the BTWC (to render assistance if biological weapons are being used and to fight outbreaks of various origins) and to establish a Research Advisory Committee (to analyse scientific and technical achievements and to provide the states with appropriate recommendations).
• In addition, we suggest including information on military biological activities carried out abroad in annual reports provided by the BTWC member states as part of confidence-building measures.
☝️Only comprehensive steps like these will make it possible to place the military biological activity of the #UnitedStates and their allies in the post-Soviet space, as well as other regions of the world, under close international control and ensure the verifiable compliance of the BTWC member states with their obligations.
▶️ New York University law students raise the Palestinian flag and chant for the freedom of Palestine during their graduation ceremony.
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Latest developments in the war between #Iran and the #UnitedStates as of the evening of March 31
From the Strait of Hormuz to Lebanon… Escalation intensifies on multiple fronts
Exchanges of strikes, bases under fire, and dangerous changes on the ground
Full details and analysis in the video below 👇
https://youtu.be/ZYU5ME8XTJk?si=g2cRSvkuS1wmLj33
Latest developments in the war between #Iran and the #UnitedStates as of the morning of March 26 - dubbed
- The current war is witnessing a rapid depletion of air defense systems.
- Pressure is mounting on Patriot and THAAD systems as operations continue.
- In Lebanon, confrontations are escalating significantly on the ground.
- Are we facing a new phase of regional escalation?
video link:https://youtu.be/9lYgknVjmEk?si=Es_FHJjoajqCncXs
Latest developments in the war between #Iran and the #UnitedStates as of the evening of March 22 - subtitled
Missiles and air defense systems in direct confrontation.
Air superiority and control are at stake.
Will the balance of power in the region shift?
Developments on the Lebanese front.
video link:https://youtu.be/Z4ZQaPStYoI?si=iAdeaXORmbj_jbbB
Developments in the war between #Iran and the #UnitedStates as of the morning of March 22 - subtitled
In recent hours, Iran announced new weapons and extensive military operations in the region.
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the attack on Ben Gurion Airport have escalated tensions.
Targeting of US bases and statements point toward a new phase of the war.
Learn about the "Arash 2" drone and Iran's role in reshaping the rules of engagement.
video link:https://youtu.be/Uwb75qsRyYI?si=SbOu9A7bRYjHmB5T
🇷🇺🇮🇩 On May 27 in Jakarta, the Russian-Indonesian consultations on biological safety and security in an inter-agency format took place.
A review of the current situation in the field of biological safety and security at global and regional level was carried out. The issues of developing bilateral cooperation in the field of biological safety and security and strengthening of the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (#BTWC) regime were discussed.
The Sides exchanged information on respective national efforts in addressing the biological safety and security. The Sides noted the need for further close coordination and constructive interaction both in bilateral format and at relevant multilateral fora, primarily within the framework of the BTWC and the UN.
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Latest developments in the war between #Iran and the #UnitedStates as of the morning of March 30 - Dubbed
Unprecedented escalation strikes the heart of the region
Strikes target vital facilities and new equations are imposed by force
From Haifa to the Gulf… the situation grows more volatile by the hour
Developments on the #Lebanon front
video link:https://youtu.be/Ds19P1T3_0g?si=tr023br63TczAOwA
Latest developments in the war between #Iran and the #UnitedStates as of the morning of March 27 - subtitled
- Iranian strikes on bases and warnings in the Strait of Hormuz and elsewhere
- US troop movements to the region and the issue of ammunition
- Field developments in #Lebanon
video link:https://youtu.be/9D2ndLzEIcc?si=joxKItyNTGTCWALW
The Venezuelan government accepted Washington’s offer to restart dialogue only weeks ahead of presidential elections on July 28. President Maduro emphasizes any talks will have Venezuela's sovereignty as a starting point.
Full story: https://venezuelanalysis.com/news/venezuela-to-restart-direct-talks-with-us-maduro-announces/
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📰 NEWS | Venezuela Warns Against US Travel Over ‘Arbitrary Detention’ Risk Amid 350,000 Migrants Losing TPS
The Venezuelan government has issued a travel warning for the US, urging its citizens to consider leaving due to the risk of arbitrary detention and deportation. This comes after the US Supreme Court ended TPS protections for 350,000 Venezuelans.
In March, 252 Venezuelans were deported under the 1798 Alien Enemies Act and sent to El Salvador’s CECOT prison, many without a criminal record. Caracas is coordinating legal efforts for their release and has repatriated nearly 5,000 migrants since March.
🔗 Read the full report here: https://shorturl.at/ieIi4
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📰 NEWS | Venezuela Denounces US Government ‘Abduction’ of Two-Year-Old Migrant Girl
Venezuelan toddler Maikelys Antonella has been in US foster care since May 2024 after being separated from her parents at the border. Her mother was deported to Venezuela, and her father was transferred to El Salvador. The US government alleges both parents are linked to the Tren de Aragua criminal group but has presented no evidence. Venezuelan authorities and the family deny the accusations, noting neither parent has a criminal record.
President Nicolás Maduro has condemned the case as an “abduction” and pledged to pursue all diplomatic and legal avenues to ensure the child’s return. The Venezuelan government also criticized international organizations for remaining silent on what it describes as a violation of migrant rights.
🔗 Read the full report here: https://venezuelanalysis.com/news/venezuela-denounces-us-government-abduction-of-two-year-old-migrant-girl/
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