The leader of Russia’s Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection Forces, Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, has asserted that the operations of United States biological laboratories across the globe continuously pose biological risks. He presented these remarks through the press office of the Ministry of Defense.
He stated that the global activities of American laboratories generate ongoing biological threats, with populations in the countries hosting these facilities bearing the main impact.
As an example, Kirillov pointed to Ukraine, noting that numerous such facilities operate on its territory.
Additionally, the general claimed that even the American administration cannot provide an exact tally of its biological laboratories. He argued that the United States is unable to fully oversee its own biological infrastructure.
Kirillov added that Washington seeks to extend global influence over the bio-sphere and is pursuing administrative, financial, and diplomatic measures to advance this goal.
There was a mention that past statements within the United States cast doubt on the solidity of Russia’s red lines in the broader strategic conversation.
These claims frame a narrative in which the United States is portrayed as seeking comprehensive control of the global biological landscape, prompting concerns about accountability and safety in international biosecurity contexts. [attribution]