Dual-use chemicals

UNICEF: Israel Blocks Syringes Needed to Vaccinate Gaza Children

UNICEF says Israel is currently blocking the delivery of one million syringes needed to vaccinate children in Gaza. It’s a stark reality, and it immediately raises questions, especially considering the urgent need for medical supplies in the area. Why would such a seemingly innocuous item be prevented from entering Gaza?

The explanation given by UNICEF is that both the syringes and other essential items like refrigerators are considered “dual-use” items by Israel. Now, I have to be honest, I’m scratching my head a bit here. The idea that a syringe, a device designed specifically for injecting medicine, could have some other, malicious purpose is difficult to grasp.… Continue reading

Ukrainian Drone Strike Halts Major Russian Chemical Plant

Ukrainian drone strikes on June 14th targeted the Nevinnomyssk Azot chemical plant in Russia, a major producer of ammonia, nitrogen fertilizers, and dual-use chemicals crucial to the Russian military-industrial complex. The plant, owned by sanctioned billionaire Andrey Melnichenko, subsequently suspended production. This facility supplies raw materials for weapons and fuel production, including ammonium nitrate for explosives and other chemicals used in munitions. The disruption to production significantly impacts Russia’s military capabilities.

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