Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD)
15 January 2022 - Ukraine Special Weapons News
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- Destructive malware targeting Ukrainian organizations Microsoft 15 Jan 2022 -- Microsoft Threat Intelligence Center (MSTIC) has identified evidence of a destructive malware operation targeting multiple organizations in Ukraine. This malware first appeared on victim systems in Ukraine on January 13, 2022. Microsoft is aware of the ongoing geopolitical events in Ukraine and surrounding region and encourages organizations to use the information in this post to proactively protect from any malicious activity.
- Malware attacks targeting Ukraine government Microsoft 15 Jan 2022 -- Today, we're sharing that we've observed destructive malware in systems belonging to several Ukrainian government agencies and organizations that work closely with the Ukrainian government.
- Ukrainian Official Says Belarusian Intelligence Likely Behind Cyberattack RFE/RL 15 Jan 2022 -- A top Ukrainian official says a Belarusian intelligence agency is likely behind the hacking of several Ukrainian government websites this week.
- US Prepared 18 Response Scenarios in Case of 'Russian Invasion' of Ukraine, Victoria Nuland Says Sputnik 15 Jan 2022 -- The US, NATO, and Russia met earlier this week to discuss European security issues, including the alliance's continuing expansion towards Russia's borders, which Moscow opposes, and the ongoing concerns of the West regarding an alleged Russian military buildup near Ukraine.
- US threatens referring Russia to Security Council, claims 'false flag' operation Press TV 15 Jan 2022 -- American officials have warned Russia that if it escalates the Ukrainian security crisis, the US may refer the matter to the UN Security Council.
- US May Launch UN Showdown With Russia If 'Ukrainian Crisis Escalates' Sputnik 15 Jan 2022 -- Tensions over Ukraine have intensified in the past few months amid reports of an alleged Russian troop buildup near the Ukrainian border and claims of preparations for "an invasion". Russia denies the allegations, pointing out that it reserves the right to move forces within its sovereign territory.
- Defence Secretary meets with Nordic partners amid Russian military build-up UK MOD 15 Jan 2022 -- Defence Secretary Ben Wallace meets Nordic partners amid backdrop of aggressive Russian behaviour on the border of Ukraine.
- Sharp divide remains as Russia-West talks end without breakthrough People's Daily 15 Jan 2022 -- The recent talks between Russia and the West to defuse their tensions have ended without any breakthrough, auguring potential tension escalations, while the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) even warned of the risk of a new military conflict in Europe.
- Blinken, Borrell Vow to Present 'United Transatlantic Front' After Russia Talks Sputnik 15 Jan 2022 -- EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken agreed on Saturday to coordinate closely with regard to what the EU's external action service called Russian attempts to redefine security arrangements in Europe.
- Secretary Blinken's Call with EU High Representative Borrell US Dept. of State 15 Jan 2022 -- The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price:
- Deputy Secretary Sherman's Call with Canadian Deputy Foreign Minister Morgan US Dept. of State 15 Jan 2022 -- The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price:
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