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One of the most heinous aspects of Assad's military strategy was the use of chemical weapons. Incidents such as the 2013 Ghouta attack and the 2017 Khan Shaykhun incident drew international condemnation and prompted escalation in U.S. military responses, including missile strikes. Yet the complex fog of war and lack of reliable information muddied the waters surrounding responsibility, leading to ongoing debates about accountability.