Q&A: Sarin nerve agent
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The US says sarin was used in attacks on the Ghouta region last month
The United States say it has evidence that Syrian government forces used the chemical agent sarin in attacks on the outskirts of Damascus last month. BBC News looks at what it is and when it has been used.
What is sarin?
When has it been used?
Sarin was one of the agents used under the regime of Iraqi President Saddam Hussein
How would Syria have acquired sarin?