The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons estimates that over 100 chemical weapons sites remain in Syria, a stark reminder of the legacy of Bashar al-Assad's regime. These sites, involved in research and storage, highlight ongoing risks after the regime's collapse. As the newly established caretaker government led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham faces the challenge of securing these locations, the potential threat of lethal chemical agents like sarin and chlorine gas remains critical, particularly in densely populated areas. This underscores the urgent need for international oversight and action.
More than 100 chemical weapons sites are suspected to remain in Syria, which is the first estimate by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons since the fall of Bashar al-Assad.
The sites' suspected involvement in the research, manufacture, and storage of chemical weapons indicates the severity of the threat that remains even post-Assad's regime.
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