Chemical weapons watchdog urges Syria to secure toxic chemicals after regime change

The global chemical weapons watchdog, the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), has reminded Syria of its obligations to secure toxic chemicals following the recent overthrow of President Bashar Assad by rebels in Damascus. The OPCW is closely monitoring the situation, particularly regarding Syria's chemical weapons sites. Syrian Prime Minister Mohammed Ghazi Jalali stated that most cabinet ministers are still operating from Damascus, but the status of chemical weapons stockpiles remains uncertain. Israel has conducted airstrikes on suspected chemical weapons sites in Syria to prevent them from being seized by extremists. Meanwhile, refugees are returning to Syria, seeking a more peaceful environment after the recent upheaval.