The Weight Of 'Genocide:' Why Leaders Are Hesitant To Use The Word

The use of the word "genocide" is one of symbolism, but it can also signal an alarm to intervene.

President Joe Biden now calling Russia’s actions in Ukraine a genocide.

"It is a horrible thing that the Russians have done in Ukraine, and we're only going to learn more and more about the devastation," he said.

The president then told reporters he stands by his use of the word in his Tuesday speech.