Syria crisis: France's Fabius 'confirms sarin use

Sarin has been used "several times and in a localised manner" during the two-year Syrian conflict, says France's foreign minister.

Laurent Fabius said lab tests in Paris confirmed usage of the nerve agent, adding that those who resort to chemical weapons must be punished.

But he did not specify where, when or by whom the agent was used.

Earlier, the UN said there were "reasonable grounds" to believe chemical weapons had been used.

It urged foreign powers not to increase the availability of arms in Syria



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