According to Nikolai Patrushev, Secretary of the Russian Security Council, a radioactive cloud generated by the destruction of depleted uranium ammunition in Ukraine is moving towards Western Europe. Patrushev stated that US President Joe Biden arrived in Japan to participate in the G7 summit, where aid to Ukraine is planned to be addressed. In that context, Patrushev mentioned that the Americans have similarly “helped” other countries in history.
The Russian Security Council secretary also claimed that the United States develops and uses chemical and biological weapons, including on Ukrainian territory.
In April, British Armed Forces Minister James Heappey mentioned that the UK sent thousands of shells for Challenger 2 tanks to Ukraine, including those containing depleted uranium. However, he warned that they do not monitor their use and have no obligation to assist in the cleanup of the debris.
Depleted uranium is a byproduct of the uranium enrichment process. Although it is still radioactive, its radiation level is much lower than that of the original material. It is used in shells and bombs because of its high density (1.7 times denser than lead), which allows a large mass to be achieved in a small volume.
However, the use of depleted uranium is highly controversial due to health and environmental risks, generating distrust in various organizations and countries. Although the United Kingdom insists that it is a standard component of munitions, experience shows that it has serious consequences for the inhabitants of areas bombarded with this type of material.
In short, according to the secretary of the Russian Security Council, a radioactive cloud generated by the destruction of depleted uranium munitions in Ukraine is heading towards Western Europe. Also mentioned is the alleged US involvement in the development and use of chemical and biological weapons in Ukraine. The use of depleted uranium in munitions is a controversial issue due to health and environmental risks.