2024-08-31 18:08:16
washington: Recent years have seen a rise in accusations by world powers on the global stage over bioweapons. In particular, accusations have increased between China, Russia and the US. This began during the Covid-19 pandemic when China was accused of the origin of the virus. Despite China’s firm denials, the World Health Organization has described the lack of transparency as a key obstacle in determining the real source of the virus. Meanwhile, the Chinese Communist Party has accused the US of running biological labs with the intention of developing bioweapons rather than for defensive purposes against infectious diseases. Russia has also escalated similar accusations against the US since its invasion of Ukraine.
According to the Eurasian Times report, Russia says that the US is violating international treaties. Russia has accused the US of working with Moldova and Romania to create biological agents that are capable of targeting select ethnic groups. Russia has also accused the US of collecting ‘Russian blood’ for biological warfare. The US has rejected the allegations of both China and Russia. Despite the lack of evidence regarding these allegations, these allegations definitely create confusion.
What is the motive behind these allegations?
This exchange of accusations between major powers highlights how claims of bioweapons can be used to build diplomatic pressure and shape international perceptions. These accusations may be part of a larger strategy. The US has also accused China and Russia of engaging in cognitive warfare. The aim is to change public perception and influence decision-making.
The US Department of Defense (DOD) believes that China’s aim behind such confrontational allegations is to influence public opinion and create conditions favorable to China. This approach is seen as a potential asymmetric capability to deter US or third party involvement in future conflicts or as an offensive measure to shape perceptions and polarize societies.