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OPCW found evidence of chemical weapons use in Sudan.
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Sep 9
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What happened
OPCW found evidence of chemical weapons use in Sudan.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- UNHRC session in Geneva addresses Sudan conflict, prompting OPCW to be sought for an inquiry into chlorine use.Sub-event
- Allegations of chemical weapons use by SAF in Khartoum, with shared evidence and resulting displacement of Sudanese.Sub-event
OPCW confirmed evidence of chemical weapons use in Sudan.1 source
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The entities involved
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Sudan
country in Northeast Africa
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Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons
international organization based in The Hague
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