Syria begins destruction of Assad-era chemical weapons, UN envoy confirms

The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) has confirmed the destruction of 42 aerial bombs containing chemical agents in Syria. This operation marks the first time such materials have been destroyed in the country since 2014. The UN envoy for Syria announced the development, emphasizing the necessity of continued cooperation. Meanwhile, the United States has urged the Syrian government to maintain its commitment to the process. Representatives from Russia and China have also expressed support for the progress made in this matter during international discussions.