US looking into possible chemical attack in Syria

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. is looking into whether a toxic chemical was deployed in areas of Syria that are controlled by rebel forces seeking to oust Syrian President Bashar Assad (bah-SHAR’ AH’-sahd).

State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki (SAH’-kee) said Monday the chemical was likely chlorine, if it was used.

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