The Risks of Arming Ukraine’s Azov Battalion

The Risks of Arming Ukraine’s Azov Battalion
Recruits of the Azov far-right Ukrainian volunteer battalion take their oaths during a ceremony in Kiev, on Aug. 14, 2015. SERGEI SUPINSKY/AFP via Getty Images
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In the West’s zeal to support Ukraine in its fight against the Russian invaders, some observers worry that Ukrainian neo-Nazi paramilitaries will benefit from U.S. support—a situation that would heighten security risks at home.