Israel's defense minister: Assad has used chemical weapons in Syria - Diplomacy & Defense - Haaretz.com

Following Alleged Sarin Attack Defense Minister: Assad Used Chemical Weapons Multiple Times in Syria

But Western experts are skeptical that nerve gas was used Wednesday, and describe other viable scenarios.

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Aug 21, 2013 10:44 PM

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon said...

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