- OPCW is tracking evidence of chemical weapons use in Syria, which hosted the investigation mission.
- The US has voiced support for a plan to remove remaining chemical weapons in Syria, while Europe is simultaneously applying sanctions on officials involved in the program.
Leadership found remnants of a secret chemical weapons program in Syria, and officials involved are under sanctions.
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Leadership found remnants of a secret chemical weapons program in Syria, and officials involved are under sanctions.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Remnants of the secret chemical weapons program were found in Syria, with officials facing sanctions.1 source
Syrian leadership found remnants of a former President's chemical weapons program and promised cooperation to eliminate remaining WMDs.1 source
Syria promised to work with the international community to eliminate remaining WMDs.1 source
Syria promised cooperation to eliminate remaining WMDs, while officials remain under sanctions.1 source
New government led by Ahmed al-Sharaa discovers chemical weapons program remnants.1 source
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The US has voiced support for a plan to remove remaining chemical weapons in Syria, while Europe is simultaneously applying sanctions on officials involved in the program. All 2 developmentsWithin OPCW is tracking evidence of chemical weapons use in Syria, which hosted the investigation mission.
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- Syrian government actions have recently drawn international scrutiny.
- Syria announced full cooperation with the IAEA and joined an international coalition against ISIS.