Global concerns rise over Syria's chemical weapons after Assad's ouster

The recent ousting of Bashar al-Assad has raised global concerns about Syria's chemical weapons. Islamist rebels have taken control of Damascus, leading to fears that they could access the country's remaining stockpiles. Syria had previously agreed to dispose of most of its chemical weapons under international supervision. However, reports suggest that some stockpiles remain, and the Assad regime has been accused of using chemical agents in attacks since the civil war began. The U.S. and Israel are actively working to prevent these weapons from falling into the hands of extremist groups. U.S. officials report close monitoring of the situation, while Israel has conducted airstrikes on Syrian military sites linked to chemical weapons.