Ukrainian Defence Ministry spokespersons cited Colonel Valerii Veber's report that Russia has used chemical munitions in over 13,300 cases since the start of the full-scale invasion, with usage intensity rising significantly since 2024. The ministry presented data to international partners indicating consistent high-level usage along the entire line of contact as of early 2026.

Over 13,300 cases of Russia using chemical munitions have been officially recorded since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

The use of chemical munitions by Russia has risen significantly since 2024 and remains consistently high along the entire line of contact as of the first half of 2026.

More than 13,300 cases of the use of chemical munitions by the Russian army have been officially recorded on the battlefield since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion.

The intensity of Russian chemical attacks increased sharply since 2024 compared to sporadic use in 2023, and remains consistently high as of the first half of 2026.

Ukraine has called on partners to strengthen support in chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) security given ongoing threats.

More than 13,300 cases of chemical munitions use by Russian forces have been officially recorded since the start of the full-scale invasion in 2022.

Russian troop use of chemical agents has evolved from sporadic in 2023 to significantly increased intensity since 2024, remaining consistently high across the contact line as of the first half of 2026.