Chemical weapons
Ex-Generals See Nuclear Blackmail 'Trinity' in Russia, China, North Korea
The remarks by the former generals come in the wake of China and Russia vetoing further sanctions against North Korea last month for the first time since 2006.
Russia Warns U.S. Over Ukraine Weapons of Mass Destruction 'Provocations'
The Russian Embassy in the U.S. took aim at a Newsweek op-ed which said that Moscow could use weapons of mass destruction in Ukraine.
Ridding the World of Chemical Weapons
On this day, 25 years later, we mark the anniversary of the Convention's entry into force as an important reminder to reflect on its state and importance to our security.
'Remains of Chemical Weapons' Found After Russians Left: Ukrainian Mayor
Yuriy Bova, mayor of the Ukrainian city Trostianets, said officials found traces of sarin and other chemical substances.
Ukraine Warns of Russian Terrorist Attacks on Its Own Territory
Ukraine's defense intelligence department wrote that Russia's plan is to stage attacks on its own territories and divert the blame onto Ukraine.
How Trump, Obama Responded When Chemical Weapons Were Used
Trump ordered multiple airstrikes when chemical weapons were used in Syria in 2017.
Russia Using Chemical Weapons Should Be 'Red Line' for NATO, GOP Rep. Says
"We cannot allow chemical weapons, or God forbid, tactical nuclear weapons, to be the next rung in the escalation ladder that we allow Putin to go to," Congressman Michael Waltz said.
Russian Chemical Weapons in Ukraine Could See NATO Troops Deployed—U.K.
"All options are on the table," UK Armed Forces minister said.
Ukrainian Battalion Accuses Russia of Using Chemical Weapons on Civilians
The Azov Regiment, a unit of the National Guard of Ukraine, said chemicals were of an "unknown origin" and dropped via an unmanned aerial vehicle in Mariupol.
Russia Preparing Chemical Weapons Attack, Zelensky Warns
"He's already used chemical weapons in the past," U.S. President Joe Biden said regarding Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday.
U.S. Will 'Respond Aggressively' if Russia Uses Chemical Weapons: Envoy
"We've been clear, if they escalate to this level, we will respond aggressively to what they are doing," U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Linda Thomas-Greenfield warned.
U.S. Warns Russia Against Using Chemical, Biological Weapons in Ukraine
National security adviser Jake Sullivan's warning came as Russia has been spreading a conspiracy theory that the U.S. funds biological weapons labs in Ukraine.
Russian Claim Ukraine Making Ethno-Specific Bioweapons Is 'Science Fiction'
Scientists and the State Department have challenged the Kremlin's suggestion that the United States is financing the development of chemical and biological weapons in Ukraine.
China's Claim About U.S. Biological Weapons in Ukraine Gets Traction Online
A spokesperson for China's Foreign Ministry said Russia "has uncovered the secret of the U.S. labs in Ukraine."
NATO Could Enter Ukraine War Against Russia on This One Condition—U.K.
NATO countries have refused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's calls for a no-fly zone over Ukraine, fearing it could risk provoking a widespread war.
Russia Could Use Chemical or Biological Weapons in Ukraine, Psaki Says
White House press secretary Jen Psaki tweeted that Russia's claims of U.S. bioweapons in Ukraine could be an excuse for Russia to release one of its own.
Ukraine Rebels, Russia Claim Imminent Chemical 'Disaster,' U.S. Urges Calm
U.S. says Russian allegations of possible chemical attack by American mercenaries in Donbas are "completely false."
Russian Ambassador Says U.N. Watchdog Illegitimate After Report on Syria
The head of the international chemical weapons watchdog reported that out of 77 allegations against Syria making or using chemical weapons, 17 of those cases were likely. Russia claimed factual and technical errors and acting under pressure from Western nations.
Sarin Use in Syria 'Awakened World to a Grave Threat,' Says New Book Author
"I worry that we're entering a time where anti-democracy forces will see value in developing new kinds of chemical weapons, and—noting the disruptive impact of COVID-19—perhaps biological weapons."
Syrians Boldly Used Chemical Weapons—With U.N. Inspectors There
"Someone had launched a major chemical weapons attack on the suburbs, no more than 5 miles from his hotel. They had killed and injured scores of civilians, and perhaps more...And it happened at the precise moment when a body of U.N. experts was present in Syria to document the deed."
Tear Gas May Have Led To Abnormal Menstrual Cycles in Seattle and Portland
Dozens of protesters in Seattle and Portland are convinced that law enforcement officers exposing them to tear gas led to them having abnormal menstrual cycles.
Debate: Should the U.S. Adopt 'No First Use' Nuclear Policy?
Bestselling author Greg Mitchell debates Hudson Institute senior fellow Rebeccah Heinrichs.
Reject 'No First Use' Nuclear Policy
There is are compelling reasons to categorically reject "no first use" for being detrimental to U.S. national interests.
Hong Kong Health Official Claims Tear Gas Not Public Health Risk
Hong Kong's top health official has claimed that tear gas used by police on protesters poses no public health risk, days after police were reported to use the gas at a university campus. Some have expressed fears that the chemical weapon used in the city could contain the toxic pollutant dioxin.
White Phosphorus Melts Children's Flesh—and U.S. Military Uses It, Too
Newsweek spoke to several chemical weapons experts on why the devastating substance continues to be used without international accountability.
Turkey Accused of War Crimes After Suspected White Phosphorus Use in Syria
"This very much looks like it was caused by white phosphorus," British chemical weapons expert Hamish de Bretton-Gordon told "The Times of London."
Trump Criticizes Russia for Enabling Syria 'Butchery'
While the president criticized Russia and Iran during the Security Council meeting, he expressed appreciation for the "restraint" both nations have shown in Syria's Idlib province.
Trump Wanted to 'F***ing Kill' Assad, New Book Claims
Bob Woodward's "Fear: Trump in the White House" will be released on September 11.
Ghouta Chemical Attack: Assad Unpunished Five Years On
There have been hundreds of chemical attacks in Syria since 2011, but Bashar al-Assad continues to be protected by his Russian allies.
Novichok: Deadly Nerve Agent Explained by Expert
Novichok kills by disrupting communication between nerves and muscles or nerves in the brain.