OPCW says experts have taken samples in Syria's Douma

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AFP The Hague
Last Updated : Apr 21 2018 | 8:55 PM IST

Inspectors from the global chemical arms watchdog today took samples in the Syrian town of Douma after an alleged poison gas attack, the body said.

A fact-finding mission from the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) visited Douma "today to collect samples for analysis in connection with allegations of chemical weapons use on 7 April 2018.

The OPCW will evaluate the situation and consider future steps including another possible visit to Douma," the organisation said in a statement.

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First Published: Apr 21 2018 | 8:55 PM IST

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