![]() Watchdog: No nerve gas found in Syria's DoumaOPCW finds no evidence of nerve gas after April 7 attack on Syrian town, but says chlorine may have been used.![]() Sarin and chlorine used twice in Syria in 2017Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons says deadly sarin and chlorine were used in two separate attacks in Syria.![]() UN chief urges Syria to answer questions on chemical weaponsAntonio Guterres says Syria’s failure to answer questions about its chemical weapons program is concerning.![]() Chemical inspectors finally allowed into DoumaInspectors from Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons arrive in Syrian town where alleged chemical attack took place.![]() UN discussing security arrangements for Syria inspectorsUN team discussing security arrangements with Syrian and Russian authorities in Douma after inspectors attacked during visit.![]() Syria: Chemical experts will begin work on WednesdaySyria’s UN Ambassador says team of OPCW experts will begin investigation of Douma attack on Wednesday.![]() Investigators prevented from visiting scene of Syria attackSyrian and Russian authorities prevent independent investigators from going to the scene of suspected chemical attack in Douma.![]() Inspectors launch probe into Syria chemical attackExperts from Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons launch probe into last week's attack in Douma.![]() Chemical weapons watchdog investigating attacks in SyriaOrganization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons investigating alleged chlorine gas attacks in the Syrian region of Eastern Ghouta.![]() OPCW confirms sarin was used in Syria gas attackChemical weapons watchdog confirms sarin nerve gas was used in April 4 attack, stops short of naming the responsible party.![]() Syria: Claims we used chemical weapons are liesSyria launches blistering attack on "Western" countries that have accused it of using chemical weapons.![]() Chemical watchdog accepts Russia's offer to aid Syria probeOPCW accepts Russia's offer to provide it with possible evidence of chemical attack in Aleppo.![]() OPCW probing over 20 reports of Syria chemical attacksOrganization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons believes ISIS may have manufactured mustard gas used in Syria and Iraq.![]() Chemical watchdog condemns both Syria and ISISExecutive body of global chemical arms watchdog condemns both Syria and ISIS for using toxic weapons.![]() UN inquiry blames Syrian army for chlorine attacksUN inquiry identifies two Syrian Air Force helicopter squadrons and two other units in chlorine gas attacks, says Western diplomat.![]() Russia rejects UN findings on SyriaRussia says findings of a UN-led investigation on Syrian chemical attack are not conclusive enough to trigger sanctions.![]() Watchdog demands Syria explain chemical arsenalOPCW pressing Syria to explain why it still has four undeclared chemical warfare agents.![]() Syria's chemical arsenal completely destroyedUN chemical weapons watchdog says Syria's arsenal has been completely destroyed after more than two years of work.![]() Watchdog finds traces of sarin exposure in SyriaOPCW says it has found that some people in Syria may have been exposed to sarin or a sarin-like gas.![]() Syria denies using chemical weapons in civil warSyria tells global watchdog it is fully cooperating with the destruction of its toxic stockpile, as agreed upon in 2013.![]() Watchdog 'concerned' over Syria chemical weaponsOrganization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons calls for those behind chemical attacks in Syria to be held accountable.![]() OPCW 'confident' mustard gas was used in SyriaUN chemical weapons watchdog confirms mustard gas was used in Syria in August, and also reports yet another chlorine attack.![]() UN watchdog: Mustard gas was used in SyriaOPCW source says it has been concluded that mustard gas was used during fighting in Syria, but can't say who used it.![]() Chem Watchdog Concerned by ISIS Use of Mustard GasOrganization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons voices serious concern over reports that ISIS used chemical weapons.![]() Officials: Syria's Chemical Arsenal Wasn't RemovedInspectors reveal regime lied to them and hid chemical arsenal, but Western governments refused to press Assad.![]() United States Investigation of Chlorine AttacksUnited States asks Security Council to set up an investigative panel to identify those behind deadly chlorine gas attacks in Syria.![]() Entire Syrian Chemical Weapon Stock DestroyedOPCW hails completion of 2-year mission to destroy Syria's sarin and mustard gas stores.![]() Diplomats: Sarin and VX Found in SyriaInternational inspectors have found traces of sarin and VX nerve agent in Syria that had not been declared to the OPCW.![]() US to UN: Investigate Syrian Chemical Weapons UseDiplomats say there is 'mounting evidence' of more chlorine gas attacks despite lengthy chemical removal process.![]() 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.'![]() HRW: 'Strong Evidence' Assad Used Chlorine GasPair of attacks in Idlib province likely from regime helicopters, rights group insists.![]() Syria Destroys Three Chemical Weapons SitesIn latest report, OPCW says Syria has destroyed three of its 12 chemical weapons production sites.![]() Syria Starts Razing Chemical Weapons SitesOPCW: Syrian regime destroying terror tunnels, chemical smuggling routes in long-awaited move as part of international deal.![]() UN Investigators Confident Chlorine Used in SyriaChemical weapons investigators conclude "with a high degree of confidence" that chlorine gas was used in Syria last year.![]() Report: ISIS Used Chemical Weapons Against IraqRumored chlorine gas attack in Iraq raises questions - was the group's stronghold in Syria responsible for other attacks?![]() Syria Declares Four More Chemical FacilitiesSyria declares four chemical weapons facilities it had not mentioned before, raising concerns among the West.![]() OPCW Confirms Chlorine Gas was Used in SyriaThe Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons says it found "compelling confirmation" of the use of chlorine gas in Syria.![]() Three Quarters of Syria's Chemicals DestroyedThree quarters of Syria’s chemical stockpile has been destroyed, says Organization for the Prevention of Chemical Weapons.![]() UN Chemical Experts to Return to Syria Next MonthA team of chemical weapons experts will travel to Syria next month to follow up on Damascus' pledge to hand over its arsenal.![]() Syria Ships Out Last Declared Chemical StockpileOPCW says the final stockpile of Syria's chemical weapons has been shipped out of the country.![]() Inspectors: Chlorine Gas Likely Used in SyriaChemical weapons inspectors say they found information suggesting that chlorine gas had been used in Syria.![]() Chlorine Gas in Syria? Results 'Inconclusive'Paris backpedals on statements accusing Syrian regime of using chlorine gas after lab tests prove nothing.![]() Destruction of Syria's Chemicals Nearly CompleteSyria has nearly completed surrendering its chemical weapons stockpile, say UN and OPCW.![]() Chlorine Gas a Loophole in OPCW Agreement?Claim: International agreement banned sarin gas, but not chlorine - leading Syria to use the loophole in more attacks.![]() Syria Submits 'Specific' List of Chemical Weapons'Discrepancies' were found in the original list Syria provided to the joint mission, officials claim, amidst rumors of more attacks.![]() Only Half of Syria's Chemical Weapons RemovedOPCW reports a mere 34.8% of the most lethal Priority 1 chemicals removed, same day Syrian army conquers Crusader castle.![]() Syria to Miss Another DeadlineSources at the OPCW predict that Damascus will miss March 15 deadline to destroy 12 declared production facilities.![]() March 'Critical' for Syria Chemical OperationMarch will be a "critical" month for the operation to remove Syria's chemical weapons, says UN official tasked with overseeing the mission.![]() Syria Wants 100 More Days to Destroy ChemicalsSyria submits a new 100-day plan for the removal of its chemical weapons, but the world is not impressed.![]() Report: Another Chemical Weapons Attack in Syria?Alleged survivors of January attack turn to US for support; White House dismisses claims, says survivors 'can't get their story straight.'![]() EU Gives OPCW Money to Destroy Syria's ChemicalsEU signs over 12 million euros to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW).![]() Third Chemical Weapons Shipment Leaves SyriaOPCW announces third shipment of Syrian chemical weapons shipped after US denounces Assad over dragging his feet.![]() Libya Completes Destruction of Chemical ArsenalLibya has completely destroyed the chemical arsenal it inherited from ousted leader of Muammar Qaddafi.![]() Syrian Chemical Weapons Removal ContinuesWatchdog organization overseeing destruction of Syria's chemical weapons announces that operation continues despite airstrike.![]() Syria to Miss Another Deadline in Chemical RemovalOPCW head says a March 31 deadline for destruction of "priority A" chemicals will be missed.![]() OPCW: Assad Taking Too Long Over Chemical WeaponsWatchdog group accuses Assad government of not handing over full weapons stash fast enough.![]() First Batch of Chemicals Shipped Out of SyriaSyria moves the first batch of chemical weapon materials out of the country, reports OPCW. |