NTD News: European Intelligence Confirms Russia’s Use of Banned Chemical Weapons in Ukraine

European intelligence agencies say they have confirmed Russia has deployed banned chemical weapons against Ukrainian forces. This marks a serious breach of international law under the Chemical Weapons Convention and signals a dangerous escalation in the conflict. The use of such substances not only inflicts physical harm but also instills psychological fear on the battlefield. In the following interview, Dr. Jeffrey Brodeur, an internationally recognized CBRN warfare expert and current Vertical Market Manager for Safety & Security Applications at Rigaku Analytical Devices, explores the implications of this violation, how it underscores the need for robust chemical threat detection, and what it means for global security and preparedness.