US President Biden calls Bucha atrocities a “war crime”WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — President Joe Biden Monday called the atrocities committed by Russia and President Vladimir Putin in Bucha, Ukraine, a “war crime” but said it was not a genocide, adding that he is looking into more sanctions on Russia. “You may remember I got criticized for calling Putin a war criminal. This guy is brutal and what’s happening in Bucha is outrageous and everyone’s seen it,” Biden told reporters upon landing in Washington, DC. Asked whether the crimes committed in Bucha warrant the situation a genocide, Biden told reporters,“ No. I think it’s a war crime.”Biden also said he was “seeking more sanctions” and would be announcing them shortly.

Source: CNN April 04, 2022 20:07 UTC