UK Sanctions Russian Troops Over Chemical Weapon Use

The UK imposed sanctions on Russian troops linked to chemical weapon use in Ukraine. Sanctioned entities include Russia's Radiological, Chemical and Biological Defence Troops and their leader. UK officials condemning the alleged use of chemical weapons cite violations of international law. Russia denies the allegations.

Britain has levied sanctions against Russian military forces accused of deploying chemical weapons in Ukraine, calling the tactics 'cruel and inhumane'.

The sanctions target Russia's Radiological, Chemical and Biological Defence Troops and its chief, Igor Kirillov, according to a government statement.

Reacting to the move, Moscow's embassy in London dismissed the allegations as unfounded, while UK foreign minister David Lammy emphasized Britain will counteract Russia's disregard for international rules.

(With inputs from agencies.)