UN Inspectors Return to Syria to Probe Chemical Weapons Accusations
UN chemical weapons inspectors are set to return to Syria soon to probe multiple accusations against both the regime and opposition. Their previous report, released on September 16, confirmed the extensive use of banned chemicals in the Syrian civil war. The team's travel plans are expected to be finalized within a week.
The inspectors' next trip will focus on investigating 13 or 14 accusations dating back to March. However, it will not address who was responsible for the August 21 gas attack in Ghouta, near Damascus, which killed hundreds of people. The use of sarin gas in this attack was confirmed.
Syrian officials deny using sarin gas, and Russia attributes the attack to the rebels. The inspectors' planning is not yet complete, so the exact date of their return is not determined. A final report addressing all accusations is hoped to be presented possibly by the end of October.
UN inspectors will return to Syria to investigate multiple chemical weapons accusations. Their next trip will not determine responsibility for the August 21 attack but will probe other incidents. The final report is expected by the end of October, providing clarity on the use of banned chemicals in the Syrian conflict.
