Q&A: Syria 'toxic attacks' near Damascus
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Graphic footage shows what Syrian opposition activists say are the horrific results of chemical weapons attacks on the outskirts of Damascus.
The Syrian army has denied it used poisonous gas, calling the latest claims "false and completely baseless".
It has not been possible to independently verify the pictures - but here is what we know about the claims so far.
What happened?
What do the videos appear to show?
What do the apparent symptoms suggest?
What questions remain?
Could the video reports be fake?
Who would be capable of such an attack?
Why now?
How can the claims be verified?