After the alleged April 2018 chemical attack in Douma, Syria, the US, France, and UK launched missile strikes on Syrian targets within a week. OPCW inspectors later leaked internal documents via WikiLeaks showing that key evidence was suppressed: a leaked engineering report indicated the chlorine cylinders were unlikely to have been air-dropped, toxicology findings were inconsistent with chlorine exposure, and a whistleblower panel concluded 'key information about chemical analyses, ballistics studies, and witness testimonies was suppressed to favor a preordained conclusion.' The OPCW's own executives privately praised the whistleblower's integrity.
OPCW whistleblowers revealed the organization suppressed evidence casting doubt on the 2018 Douma chemical attack that triggered US missile strikes
βThe OPCW's final report on Douma misrepresents the facts discovered on the ground. Key information was suppressed to support a preordained conclusion that would justify military action.β
π The Receipts
βοΈ The Record, Side by Side
What they said vs. what the evidence shows
βThe OPCW stands by its findings. The investigation was conducted with the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.β
β OPCW Director General Fernando Arias Β· Nov 2019
π They Laughed At Us
βThe OPCW stands by its findings. The investigation was conducted with the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.β
β³ The Vindication Timeline
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