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Syrian rebels use toxic gas in Aleppo

Syrian state media claims rebels fired shells containing toxic gas into government-held parts of Aleppo.

Syrian rebels use toxic gas in Aleppo

Russia: Report on Syria chemical weapons unconvincing

Russia dismisses UN-led investigation showing that Syrian forces carried out three chemical attacks, opposes sanctions.

Russia: Report on Syria chemical weapons unconvincing

Syrian government uses chemical weapons - again

Syrian gov't uses chemical weapons a third time, Security Council 'to discuss report' only on Thursday.

Syrian government uses chemical weapons - again

ISIS could use chemical weapons, warn American officials

The United States expects ISIS to use crude chemical weapons against those trying to conquer the city of Mosul.

ISIS could use chemical weapons, warn American officials

Amnesty International: Sudan used chemical weapons on own people

Sudanese government carried out multiple attacks using chemical weapons on own civilians, according to report by Amnesty International

Amnesty International: Sudan used chemical weapons on own people

Pentagon: ISIS is preparing a chemical attack

Pentagon spokesman warns the Islamic State is determined to use chemical arms and likely to try them again in Iraq.

Pentagon: ISIS is preparing a chemical attack

ISIS uses mustard agent in Iraq

American officials say ISIS fired a shell containing mustard agent that landed at a based used by Amercan and Iraqi troops.

ISIS uses mustard agent in Iraq

Coalition planes destroy ISIS chemical factory near Mosul

Pentagon says US-led warplanes destroyed ISIS factory used to produce chemical weapons, confirming longstanding suspicions.

Coalition planes destroy ISIS chemical factory near Mosul

Will Syria gas attacks probe condemn the Assad regime?

A yearlong investigation to determine who is behind deadly chemical attacks in Syria takes center stage at the United Nations this week.

 Will Syria gas attacks probe condemn the Assad regime?

Russia accuses Syrian rebels of using poison gas

Russian defense ministry says seven people died in an attack by Syrian rebels using weapons loaded with a "poisonous agent".

Russia accuses Syrian rebels of using poison gas

IDF Prepares for Possible Chemical Warfare Threat

ISIS is reportedly already moving chemical weapons into Syria and Iraq, causing concerns for Israel.

IDF Prepares for Possible Chemical Warfare Threat

Israel believes Syria used sarin gas on ISIS

Did Assad save his deadliest weapon despite an international effort to destroy his arsenal?

Israel believes Syria used sarin gas on ISIS

Syrian opposition: Hezbollah using chemical weapons

Lebanese terrorist group accused of using chemical weapons against rebel areas, particularly in Aleppo and Ghouta.

Syrian opposition: Hezbollah using chemical weapons

Watchdog: ISIS may be manufacturing its own chemical weapons

Head of Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons warns of evidence jihadists now capable of producing WMDs.

Watchdog: ISIS may be manufacturing its own chemical weapons

Report: Israel hunting chemical-armed ISIS terrorists in Golan

Israeli intelligence agencies in a race against time against ISIS cell located on Syrian side of the border, according to report.

Report: Israel hunting chemical-armed ISIS terrorists in Golan

'Clear and present threat' of chemical attacks in Europe

Russia calls for tougher measures against rebel groups in Syria, warning future terror attacks in Europe could involve chemical weapons.

'Clear and present threat' of chemical attacks in Europe

161 chemical weapons reportedly used during Syrian conflict

The Syrian American Medical Society reports 1,491 deaths caused by chemical attacks, with 14,581 people injured.

161 chemical weapons reportedly used during Syrian conflict

Iraqi PM promises retaliation after ISIS chemical weapons attack

One killed, hundreds injured in ISIS mustard gas attack. Iraq vows to retaliate.

Iraqi PM promises retaliation after ISIS chemical weapons attack

Iraqi girl dies after ISIS chemical attack

Three-year-old Iraqi girl dies after being wounded in an ISIS chemical attack near Kirkuk.

Iraqi girl dies after ISIS chemical attack

US coalition strikes ISIS chemical weapon sites

Captured ISIS operative proves to be a treasure trove of intel, helping US launch first air strikes on the jihadists' chemical weapons.

US coalition strikes ISIS chemical weapon sites

State Department 'aware' of reports of Syria chemical attacks

State Department spokesman: Washington is aware of reports that chemical weapons were used in Syria, but can't confirm them.

State Department 'aware' of reports of Syria chemical attacks

Lights out for Syria as electricity mysteriously cut nationwide

In the midst of a partial ceasefire, Syria's electric grid suddenly shut down, cutting off power nationwide. Internet services also cut.

Lights out for Syria as electricity mysteriously cut nationwide

Yaalon: Syrian regime used chemical weapons during ceasefire

Israeli Defense Minister claims regime forces have carried out several chemical attacks involving chlorine gas since onset of ceasfire.

Yaalon: Syrian regime used chemical weapons during ceasefire

Watch: Iran gears up for chemical war

In unveiling new weapons including chemical suits, medicine for chemical agents, Defense Minister vows to continue 'foiling' US sanctions.

Watch: Iran gears up for chemical war

Sanders adviser suggests Israel gassed Syrians

Foreign policy adviser to Bernie Sanders bashes 'Jewish lobby' controlling America, suggests Israel may have gassed Syrians in 2013.

Sanders adviser suggests Israel gassed Syrians

UN team probing chemical attacks to visit Syria in March

UN team tasked with identifying those responsible for chemical attacks in Syria will begin investigations in early March.

UN team probing chemical attacks to visit Syria in March

ISIS is using chemical weapons

The Islamic terror group produced, used chemical weapons on Iraqi Kurds, reports OPCW, in first known chemical terrorism in 20 years.

ISIS is using chemical weapons

CIA chief: ISIS has used and can make chemical weapons

CIA director John Brennan warns that ISIS has the capability to make small quantities of chlorine and mustard gas.

CIA chief: ISIS has used and can make chemical weapons

Former Libyan official: ISIS got Qaddafi's chemical weapons

Libyan former intelligence official claims terrorist groups got hold of Qaddafi's chemical weapons arsenal and then smuggled it to Syria.

Former Libyan official: ISIS got Qaddafi's chemical weapons

Syria denies using chemical weapons in civil war

Syria tells global watchdog it is fully cooperating with the destruction of its toxic stockpile, as agreed upon in 2013.

Syria denies using chemical weapons in civil war

Tests Show ISIS Used Mustard Gas on Kurds

Blood samples show ISIS used chemical weapons in assault against Kurdish forces in Iraq.

Tests Show ISIS Used Mustard Gas on Kurds

US: 'We Know ISIS is Using Mustard Gas'

The US intelligence community is convinced ISIS has manufactured, or found, mustard gas - and moved on to chemical warfare.

US: 'We Know ISIS is Using Mustard Gas'

Doctors Without Borders: Syrians Likely Exposed to Chemicals

Doctors Without Borders reports treating four patients in Syria who showed symptoms of exposure to chemical agents.

Doctors Without Borders: Syrians Likely Exposed to Chemicals

Early Tests Find Traces of Mustard Gas in ISIS Mortars

Senior American military official confirms preliminary tests show traces of sulfur mustard on mortars fired by ISIS.

Early Tests Find Traces of Mustard Gas in ISIS Mortars

Chemical Watchdog 'Concerned' by ISIS Use of Mustard Gas

Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons voices serious concern over reports that ISIS used chemical weapons.

Chemical Watchdog 'Concerned' by ISIS Use of Mustard Gas

Testing Confirms ISIS Used Mustard Gas in Syria

Officials say test results from ISIS attack in Syria confirm mustard agent was used. Similar attack in Iraq still under investigation.

Testing Confirms ISIS Used Mustard Gas in Syria

Report: ISIS Used Mustard Gas Against Kurds in Iraq

Senior American officials say it is believed ISIS jihadists used mustard agent in an attack on Kurdish forces in Iraq.

Report: ISIS Used Mustard Gas Against Kurds in Iraq

Prelude to Iran?

Officials: Despite Inspections, Syria Kept its Chemical Arsenal

Inspectors reveal regime lied to them and hid chemical arsenal, but Western governments refused to press Assad.

Officials: Despite Inspections, Syria Kept its Chemical Arsenal

Syrian Kurds Say ISIS Used Chemicals Against Them

Kurds, monitoring group say ISIS fighters fired missiles containing toxic gas at Kurdish forces in Syria last month.

Syrian Kurds Say ISIS Used Chemicals Against Them

Entire Syrian Chemical Weapon Stock Destroyed

OPCW hails completion of 2-year mission to destroy Syria's sarin and mustard gas stores.

Entire Syrian Chemical Weapon Stock Destroyed

Report: Israel Helped Obama Prevent Syria Strikes

New book alleges top Israeli officials pitched intervention plan on Syria chemical weapons fiasco - and set poor precedent for Iran.

Report: Israel Helped Obama Prevent Syria Strikes

Russia Wants Answers on Syria Chlorine Gas Attacks

Even Syria's longtime ally says an investigation is warranted into reports of up to 45 attacks in recent months on innocent Syrians.

Russia Wants Answers on Syria Chlorine Gas Attacks

Ya'alon: Chemical Threat from Syria Has Dropped

Defense Minister says the chemical threat from Syria has dropped due to international pressure.

Ya'alon: Chemical Threat from Syria Has Dropped

Diplomats: Traces of Undeclared Sarin and VX Found in Syria

International inspectors have found traces of sarin and VX nerve agent in Syria that had not been declared to the OPCW.

Diplomats: Traces of Undeclared Sarin and VX Found in Syria

Assad: There Are No Iranian Troops in Syria

Syria's President admits he invited Hezbollah to fight alongside his regime but denies Iran has sent troops to participate in the civil war.

Assad: There Are No Iranian Troops in Syria

Assad Has 'Paid no Price for Chemical War Crimes'

UN Security Council hears evidence from doctors of chemical attacks; 'attacks come from helicopters - which only Assad has.'

Assad Has 'Paid no Price for Chemical War Crimes'

HRW: 'Strong Evidence' Syrian Regime Used Chlorine Gas Again

Pair of attacks in Idlib province likely from regime helicopters, rights group insists.

HRW: 'Strong Evidence' Syrian Regime Used Chlorine Gas Again

UN Head of Disarmament Steps Down

Representative in charge of disarming Syria's chemical weapons steps down, will be replaced by adviser to Ban Ki-Moon.

UN Head of Disarmament Steps Down

ISIS Chemical Weapon Attack - in Indonesia?

Indonesian police say gas attack in Jakarta last month was the work of jihadists returning home from Syria.

ISIS Chemical Weapon Attack - in Indonesia?

Syria Starts Razing Chemical Weapons Sites

OPCW: Syrian regime destroying terror tunnels, chemical smuggling routes in long-awaited move as part of international deal.

Syria Starts Razing Chemical Weapons Sites

UN Investigators Highly Confident Chlorine Was Used in Syria

Chemical weapons investigators conclude "with a high degree of confidence" that chlorine gas was used in Syria last year.

UN Investigators Highly Confident Chlorine Was Used in Syria

Israel to Halt Majority of Gas Mask Production

Gas mask production for civilians and IDF soldiers will cease due to reduced chemical weapons threat from Syria.

Israel to Halt Majority of Gas Mask Production

UN Official: Israel Should be Investigated for Chemical Weapons

Israel has a large store of chemical weapons, a top UN official charged Wednesday, calling for an investigation into Israel's cache.

UN Official: Israel Should be Investigated for Chemical Weapons

Syria: We Didn't Use Chlorine - 'Terrorists' Did

Syria’s deputy foreign minister denies his government used chemical weapons or chlorine, places the blame on the rebels.

Syria: We Didn't Use Chlorine - 'Terrorists' Did

Report: ISIS Used Chemical Weapons Against Iraqi Forces

Rumored chlorine gas attack in Iraq raises questions - was the group's stronghold in Syria responsible for other attacks?

Report: ISIS Used Chemical Weapons Against Iraqi Forces

ISIS Captures Saddam's Chemical Weapons Complex

After capturing Iraq's largest oil refinery and becoming 'world's richest terror group,' ISIS captures Saddam-era chemical facility.

ISIS Captures Saddam's Chemical Weapons Complex

Syria Denies Using Chlorine Gas Against Civilians

"Chlorine gas has never been used by the government," claims Syria’s Deputy Foreign Minister in an interview.

Syria Denies Using Chlorine Gas Against Civilians

Scientific Analysis Confirms Use of Chlorine in Syria

Scientific analysis conducted for the Telegraph finds traces of chlorine and ammonia present at the site of three attacks in Syria.

Scientific Analysis Confirms Use of Chlorine in Syria

UN Calls for Investigation Into Syrian Chlorine Attack

United Nations Security Council calls for an investigation into reports of alleged chlorine gas use in some Syrian towns.

UN Calls for Investigation Into Syrian Chlorine Attack

Another Massacre?

'Video Evidence' of Fresh Syrian Chemical Attack

Activists claim Assad regime killed over 100 in chemical attack in Idlib province; videos show victims and alleged chemical bombs.

'Video Evidence' of Fresh Syrian Chemical Attack






























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