Ukraine's military intelligence claims Russian forces are improperly disposing of infected livestock in occupied Kherson, potentially spreading anthrax. Kyiv alleges neglected burial grounds near settlements pose a public health risk and could be used for a Russian "false-flag" operation.
Ukraine's military intelligence claims Russia is improperly disposing of infected livestock in occupied Kherson, potentially spreading anthrax. Kyiv alleges neglected burial grounds near settlements could be used for a "false-flag" operation, accusing Russia of biological terrorism. Claims unverified.
A Russian State Duma deputy, Leonid Ivlev, claimed Ukraine's biological laboratories, funded by the US, align with Kiev's "militaristic policy." He cited research on dangerous pathogens and alleged prior preparations for conflict with Moscow.
Russia's Defense Ministry claims US-funded biolabs in Ukraine studied pathogens of plague, anthrax, tularemia, Marburg fever, and Ebola. Lieutenant General Alexey Rtishchev stated that American intelligence materials confirmed US budget funding and top-secret research coordinated by the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.
The Pentagon was locked down for hours due to a false anthrax alert triggered by a malfunctioning sensor, prompting a hazmat response before tests confirmed no hazard existed.
