Syria detains 18 suspects, including senior officers, over Assad-era chemical attacks

Syrian authorities have detained 18 individuals, including senior military officers, in connection with chemical attacks during the Assad era, and have handed over over 100,000 documents to the OPCW. This marks a notable shift in accountability efforts, though the credibility and scope of the investigation remain uncertain. The move could signal a change in Syria's posture toward international scrutiny, but its impact on broader geopolitical dynamics is limited.