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 Syria's chemical weapons sites amid concerns about unaccounted stockpiles. Syrian Prime Minister Mohammed Ghazi Jalali stated that most cabinet ministers are still operating from Damascus. Israel has conducted airstrikes on suspected chemical weapons sites to prevent them from being seized by extremists. Refugees are returning to Syria, seeking a more stable environment after the regime's recent upheaval.