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Cyprus can help rid Syria of chemical weapons and search for its missing, Cypriot top diplomat says

Cyprus’ top diplomat says his country stands ready to help eliminate Syria’s remaining chemical weapons stockpiles and to support a search for people whose fate remains unknown after more than a decade of war

The Independent UK

Ukraine war: what chemical weapons is Russia accused of using and why?

An arrest has reportedly been made after the killing of Igor Kirillov, a Russian general, in Moscow on December 17. Kirillov was the commander of Russia’s Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection Forces, and is thought to be the most senior military figure assassinated in Russia since the country invaded Ukraine…

The Conversation

‘Death was everywhere’: Syria’s chemical weapon victims share their trauma

Since Bashar al-Assad’s fall, Syria’s chemical weapon victims have recounted their trauma without fear of reprisal.

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Russian General Assassinated In Moscow, Suspect Detained

A man from Uzbekistan detained for killing Russian military official in Moscow, linked to Ukraine. Tensions rise over chemical weapons accusations.

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Uzbek Man Interrogated Over Killing Of Russian General In Moscow

An Uzbekistan man has been detained by authorities, suspected in the murder of Igor Kirillov, a senior general, and his assistant in a shocking attack in the heart of Russia.

International Business Times

Wednesday briefing: The world waits after Ukraine assassinates top Putin general in Moscow

In today’s newsletter: Kyiv assassinated Igor Kirillov inside enemy territory, in its most audacious operation since the war began – how will Russia respond?

The Guardian - UK

Russian general killed in Moscow scooter blast by Ukrainian agents

Ukrainian security services sources say Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov was a completely legitimate target as the head of Russia’s nuclear, biological and chemical defence forces

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The chemical weapon accusations against the general killed in Moscow

The US and UK say Igor Kirillov was head of a unit partly responsible for chemicals on the battlefield in Ukraine

The Guardian - UK

UK Refuses To Mourn Russian General Killed In Moscow

The UK does not mourn the death of Russian general Kirillov due to his involvement in deploying chemical weapons in Ukraine. Ukraine is suspected of assass...

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VIDEO: The Moment The Russian Chemical Weapons Chief Is Blown Up In Moscow

A bomb attached to a scooter killed him in a shocking attack on the streets of Moscow.

International Business Times

Senior Russian General Killed In Moscow Bombing

Tensions escalate as a senior Russian general is killed in Moscow by a bomb, linked to Ukraine's accusations of chemical weapons use.

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First Thing: Russian general killed in Moscow blast as Ukraine claims responsibility

Igor Kirillov was head of the Russian army’s chemical weapons division. Plus, Mitch McConnell warns Trump against isolationism

The Guardian - UK

Who was Igor Kirillov? Russian weapons chief killed by bomb in Moscow

The general had overseen Russia’s nuclear forces since 2017

Evening Standard

Igor Kirillov Accused Ukraine Of Planning Chemical Weapons Use

Igor Kirillov, a Kremlin mouthpiece, made baseless accusations against Ukraine before his death in Moscow.

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The Guardian - UK

Russian general in charge of chemical weapons unit killed in Moscow scooter blast

Lt Gen Igor Kirillov killed along with his deputy after device attached to escooter exploded

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Russian General Charged With Use Of Banned Chemical Weapons

Former Russian military official charged with using banned chemical weapons in Ukraine conflict. International condemnation and concerns about accountabili...

The Independent UK

Who was Igor Kirillov, senior Russian general killed by bombing in Moscow?

Igor Kirillov was charged by Kyiv over use of banned chemical weapons in war

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Russian General Killed In Moscow Bombing

Russian General Igor Kirillov, wanted by Ukraine for chemical weapons use, killed by bomb in Moscow. Investigation ongoing.

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International Business Times

Russian Military's Chemical Weapons Chief Killed In Moscow Blast

The head of the Russian army's chemical weapons division died on Tuesday when an explosive device attached to a scooter went off outside an apartment building in Moscow, officials said.

The Independent UK

Thousands of Syrians escape horrific conditions of besieged camp

ON THE GROUND: The Rukban camp was supposed to provide refuge to those fleeing chemical weapons attacks and other atrocities, writes Bel Trew. The thousands who became trapped there could only pray for survival until the fall of Assad’s regime

Al Jazeera

Chemical weapons watchdog urges probe in Syria after al-Assad toppled

Call by OPCW comes as Israel continues to strike Syria days after ouster of president by opposition forces.

International Business Times

Rapes, Torture, Killings -- A Litany Of Abuses Blamed On Assad Forces

Bashar al-Assad's government has been accused of carrying out torture, rape, summary executions and other abuses since since Syria's civil war started in 2011.

The Independent UK

Concern over Syria's chemical weapons stockpile triggers emergency meeting of global monitor

The global chemical weapons watchdog has opened an emergency meeting to discuss the situation in Syria over concerns about the country’s stockpile of toxic chemicals in the wake of the overthrow of President Bashar Assad

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Syrian Rebel Leader Works To Secure Chemical Weapons Sites

Syrian rebel leader collaborates to secure chemical weapons sites and aims to eliminate regime-era prisons. Concerns arise over Syria's chemical weapons ca...

The Conversation

Polluting shipwrecks are the ticking time-bomb at the bottom of our oceans

At the bottom of the oceans and seas lie more than 8,500 shipwrecks from two world wars. These wrecks have been estimated to contain as much as 6 billion gallons of oil, as well as munitions, toxic heavy metals and even chemical weapons.

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