Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons
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View Timeline →The U.S. Sanctions 'Hekimane Shargh' Company for Involvement in Iran's Chemical Weapons Development
The U.S. has sanctioned the Iranian company 'Hekimane Shargh' for its involvement in the development of chemical weapons for Iran. This action reflects ongoing tensions…
Russia and Ukraine Accuse Each Other of Violating Chemical Weapons Ban
Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of using banned chemical weapons, with the OPCW expressing concern over insufficient evidence. The U.S. has claimed Russia…
The U.S. Accuses Iran of Violating Chemical Weapons Treaty
The U.S. has accused Iran of violating the Chemical Weapons Convention by failing to report its chemical weapons capabilities. This accusation comes amid ongoing tensions…
Belgium Investigates Three Companies for Sending Chemical Weapon Materials to Syria
Belgium is investigating three companies for allegedly sending chemicals used in the production of sarin gas to Syria, despite EU sanctions. This investigation follows recent…
Missile Attack on Syria; Deterrent or Symbolic?
The U.S., Britain, and France conducted a missile strike on Syrian targets following a chemical attack in Douma. This operation was seen as both a…
Vladimir Putin: Russia Has Destroyed Its Last Chemical Weapons
Vladimir Putin announced the destruction of Russia's last chemical weapons, calling it a historic event and criticizing the U.S. for delays in its own chemical…
UN says Syrian army has 'repeatedly' used chemical weapons
The UN has reported that the Syrian army has used chemical weapons multiple times during the civil war, including a recent attack on Khan Sheikhoun…
Putin and Erdogan Support Investigation into Chemical Attack in Syria
Erdogan and Putin have expressed support for an investigation into a recent chemical attack in Syria that reportedly killed 87 people. The U.S. blames the…
The U.S. Sanctions 18 Syrian Officials in Connection with Chemical Weapons Use
The U.S. has sanctioned 18 Syrian officials for their involvement in chemical weapons attacks, marking a significant move in response to international reports of such…
Death of IRIB Journalist Coincides with Syrian Forces' Advance in Western Aleppo
Mohsen Khazaei, an Iranian journalist, was killed while reporting in Aleppo as Syrian government forces made significant territorial gains against opposition fighters. The incident highlights…
UN Secretary-General's 'Deep Concern' Over Normalization of Chemical Attacks in Syria
The UN Secretary-General has expressed serious concern over the normalization of chemical weapon use in Syria, highlighting potential international consequences. This comes amid ongoing investigations…
US Attack on ISIS in Northern Mosul; a 'Serious Chemical Threat' Eliminated
The US has conducted airstrikes in northern Mosul, destroying an ISIS facility that posed a chemical threat to civilians. General Jeffrey Harrigan reported that the…
A Western Diplomat: ISIS Used Mustard Gas in Iraq
A Western diplomat has reported that ISIS used mustard gas against Kurdish forces in Iraq, marking the first instance of chemical weapon use in the…
Use of Mustard Gas in Battles Between ISIS and Rebels in Syria
A report indicates that mustard gas was used in battles between ISIS and rebel forces in Syria, raising concerns about the group's access to chemical…
Kurdistan Region: 'Islamic State' Used Mustard Gas Against Kurds
The Kurdistan Region's Peshmerga Ministry reported that blood tests from Kurdish fighters indicate the use of mustard gas by the Islamic State during recent battles.…
The Use of Chemical Weapons in the Battlefields of Iraq and Syria
The article discusses the historical and ongoing use of chemical weapons in Iraq and Syria, detailing attacks by both government forces and ISIS. It highlights…
Libya's Chemical Weapons Stockpile Includes Over 20 Tons of Mustard Gas - 2004-03-05
Libya disclosed that it has over 20 tons of mustard gas as part of its chemical weapons stockpile while trying to improve relations with the…
Libya Begins Destruction of Thousands of Bombs - 2004-02-27
Libya has started destroying thousands of bombs intended for chemical warfare, with a deadline set by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons. The…