Congressman Krishnamoorthi Warns Russia Against Targeted Killings and War Crimes In Ukraine, Urges Biden Administration To Help Ensure Safety Of President Zelenskyy, Other Officials, And Ukrainian Civilians

WASHINGTON – Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, who will be briefed on the crisis by Secretary of State Antony Blinken this evening, issued the following statement in response to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine:

"As the Russian attacks on Ukraine continue, I urge the Biden Administration to continue to help ensure the safety of President Zelenskyy, the members of his democratically-elected government, anti-Putin dissidents across the region, and the Ukrainian people. Even with Vladimir Putin's demonstrated record of complete disregard for international law and basic humanity, the targeted killing of elected leaders and the mass assassination of political dissidents would be especially insidious and criminal. We must and will hold all those engaged in these acts accountable for their atrocities."