Alwaght- Russia’s Embassy in London has sent a list of 14 questions to Britain's Foreign Ministry, demanding that it reveals details of the investigation into the nerve-agent poisoning of former double agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter.
The questions, provided in full below, include a demand to clarify whether samples of the nerve agent А-234 (also known as “Novichok”) have ever been developed in the UK. The embassy’s statement calls the incident that started the recent diplomatic row a “fabricated case against Russia.”
1. Why has Russia been denied the right of consular access to the two Russian citizens, who came to harm on British territory?
2. What specific antidotes and in what form were the victims injected with? How did such antidotes come into the possession of British doctors at the scene of the incident?
3. On what grounds was France involved in technical cooperation in the investigation of the incident, in which Russian citizens were injured?
4. Did the UK notify the OPCW (Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons) of France’s involvement in the investigation of the Salisbury incident?
5. What does France have to do with the incident, involving two Russian citizens in the UK?
6. What rules of UK procedural legislation allow for the involvement of a foreign state in an internal investigation?
7. What evidence was handed over to France to be studied and for the investigation to be conducted?
8. Were the French experts present during the sampling of biomaterial from Sergei and Yulia Skripal?
9. Was the study of biomaterials from Sergei and Yulia Skripal conducted by the French experts and, if so, in which specific laboratories?
10. Does the UK have the materials involved in the investigation carried out by France?
11. Have the results of the French investigation been presented to the OPCW Technical Secretariat?
12. Based on what attributes was the alleged “Russian origin” of the substance used in Salisbury established?
13. Does the UK have control samples of the chemical warfare agent, which British representatives refer to as “Novichok”?
14. Have the samples of a chemical warfare agent of the same type as “Novichok” (in accordance to British terminology) or its analogues been developed in the UK?
A similar list, containing 10 questions, was sent to the French Foreign Ministry by the Russian Embassy in Paris. It demanded that Paris reveal what kind of evidence was handed over to France by the UK, and also inquired if French experts were in possession of the samples of the 'Novichok' nerve agent or biomaterials from Sergei and Yulia Skripal.
Russia also demanded explanations on what made French experts conclude that the substance used in Salisbury attack was 'Novichok' and that it was of Russian origins. The final question on the list read: “Have the samples of a chemical warfare agent of this type or its analogues been developed in France and if so, for what purpose?”
- Tahrir Al-Sham, the New US Infantry in Syria
- Pezeshkian Advocates for Enhancing Economic Relations Among Muslim Nations
- Iraq Warns of ISIS Revival as Syrian Weapons Reach Militants
- US Removes $10 Million Bounty on HTS Leader
- How Will Assad Fall Impact North African Countries?
- The US Conducts Large-Scale Transfers of Troops and Weapons from Iraq to Syria
- 20 Settlers Injured as a Yemen-Fired Missile Hits Tel Aviv
- Golan-Euphrates Corridor: Tel Aviv’s Big Leap to ’Greater Israel’ Project
- Syria, a History of Anti-Israeli Occupation Fight
- Ayatollah Khamenei: Israel Will Be Eliminated
Editor's Choice
A Comparison of First and Third Lebanon Wars: Understanding Hezbollah’s Recent Victory over Israel Hezbollah won the war thanks to its firm standing against occupation and imposing its terms on Tel Aviv in truce agreement.
Dark Horizon of Transition Period in Post-Assad Syria Syria is expected to immerse in a dark period as its new rulers cannot hide for a long time their radicalism.
Iraq, the Resistance Camp’s Trump Card in Rejuvenated Syria Conflict Iraq is a key element in Axis of Resistance and direct threat to its interests and territory should trigger its resolute response to Syria conflict.
Hezbollah Tel Aviv Attack Forced Netanyahu to Yield to Ceasefire, all Hezbollah Conditions Accepted: Expert Netanyahu sought a way out of Lebanon quagmire after Hezbollah stepped up its attacks.
Magic Hat Strategy: Why’s Hezbollah Resorted to Game of Surprises against Israel Every few days, Hezbollah unveils a new weapon and capability as war with Israel unfolds.
News
Pezeshkian Advocates for Enhancing Economic Relations Among Muslim Nations
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the need to strengthen economic relations among Islamic nationsIraq Warns of ISIS Revival as Syrian Weapons Reach Militants Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein warned that Daesh (ISIL/ISIS) is regrouping after obtaining abandoned Syrian weapons
US Removes $10 Million Bounty on HTS Leader The US is removing the $10 million reward it had offered for the capture of the leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) militants in Syria
The US Conducts Large-Scale Transfers of Troops and Weapons from Iraq to Syria According to informed sources, the US is conducting significant transfers of its special forces from Iraq to Syria
20 Settlers Injured as a Yemen-Fired Missile Hits Tel Aviv At least 20 Israeli settlers were injured when a ballistic missile from Yemen struck central Israeli-occupied territories
Ayatollah Khamenei: Israel Will Be Eliminated Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei stated that the Zionist regime is destined for eradication as long as the spirit of resistance endures
Iran Condemns US and EU3 for Violating JCPOA Iran’s UN ambassador criticized the US and the European troika for not honoring their obligations under the JCPOA and UNSC Resolution 2231
Putin: Russia Holds Initiative Along Entire Ukraine Front Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on Monday that his forces had gained the upper hand across the entire front line in Ukraine
Iran and Belarus Engage in Talks on Regional Affairs Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Belarusian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Lukashevich discussed Tehran-Minsk relations
Russia Captures Suspect in Moscow Bombing Russian authorities report the arrest of a suspect linked to the assassination of General Igor Kirillov
Top British Diplomats Hold Talks with Leader of HTS Militant Group in Syria UK diplomats have engaged in talks with the leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham
US and British Warplanes Target Yemeni Defense Ministry Amid Escalating Gaza Conflict US and British warplanes have launched renewed airstrikes on Yemen’s capital, Sana’a, and other areas, escalating their attacks
Eslami: Iran’s Nuclear Technology Advancements Cannot Be Halted Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Mohammad Eslami, stated that hegemonic powers will never be able to hinder Iran’s progress in the nuclear industry
Leader: US, Allies Wrong to Assume Resistance Ended Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei states that the United States and its allies are ’completely wrong’ in assuming the resistance has ended
Medvedev Responds to the Assassination of Senior General Kirillov Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council warned that the Kyiv regime would face severe consequences for the death of Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov
Hamas Urges Urgent Delivery of Medical Aid to Gaza Hamas has urged the World Health Organization and other international organizations to act promptly in delivering medical and healthcare aid to the Gaza Strip
Day 437 of Gaza’s Genocide: 45,028 Martyred, 106,962 Wounded As the Israeli genocide in Gaza persists, the occupying forces maintain their relentless brutality, continuing to kill civilians throughout the enclave
Israel Launches Strikes on Syria, Deploys New Missile The Israeli regime continues its intense attacks on multiple areas in Syria as Western-backed militants
Israel Reports Drone Attack Originating from Yemen The Israeli military has reported a drone attack launched from Yemen targeting the occupied Palestinian territories
Iran Calls for Collaboration with Japan on Syrian Affairs Iran’s foreign minister emphasized the need for continuous dialogue between Tehran and Tokyo on regional matters
Most Viewed
Pezeshkian Advocates for Enhancing Economic Relations Among Muslim Nations
Iraq Warns of ISIS Revival as Syrian Weapons Reach Militants
Tahrir Al-Sham, the New US Infantry in Syria
US and Allies Outline Terms for Engaging with Syria
Israel Reports Drone Attack Originating from Yemen
US and British Warplanes Target Yemeni Defense Ministry Amid Escalating Gaza Conflict
Russia Captures Suspect in Moscow Bombing
Medvedev Responds to the Assassination of Senior General Kirillov
Putin: Russia Holds Initiative Along Entire Ukraine Front
Wendy Sherman says Trump Seeks Better Negotiations with Iran
20 Settlers Injured as a Yemen-Fired Missile Hits Tel Aviv
Israeli Forces Cut Water and Power to Towns in Syria’s Quneitra
The US Conducts Large-Scale Transfers of Troops and Weapons from Iraq to Syria
Iraq Warns of ISIS Revival as Syrian Weapons Reach Militants
US Removes $10 Million Bounty on HTS Leader
Iran and Belarus Engage in Talks on Regional Affairs
A Comparison of First and Third Lebanon Wars: Understanding Hezbollah’s Recent Victory over Israel
Top British Diplomats Hold Talks with Leader of HTS Militant Group in Syria
Iran and Azerbaijan Conduct Joint Military Exercise
Biden Administration Could Heighten Global Tensions to Unprecedented Levels
Biden Pledges Maximum Support to Arm Ukraine
Missile Attack Targets US Base in Syria
Iran Urges United Effort to Address Israeli War Crimes
Russian FM: NATO Breaks Protocol in Debating Strikes on Russia
Syrian and Russian Warplanes Target Terrorist Positions in Idlib
Kremlin States There Are No Grounds for Talks with Ukraine
The Syrian Army Reports Clearing Terrorists from Parts of Hama
Russia Accomplished its Mission in Syria a While Back
Dark Horizon of Transition Period in Post-Assad Syria
Lebanon Ceasefire on the Brink as Israeli Violations Continue
Hidden Hands behind Aleppo Re-inflamed Conflict
Over 60% of Buildings in Metula Damaged by Hezbollah
Israel Strikes Southern Lebanese Town Amid Ceasefire
In Focus
Ansarullah
A Zaidi Shiite movement operating in Yemen. It seeks to establish a democratic government in Yemen.
Shiite
represents the second largest denomination of Islam. Shiites believe Ali (peace be upon him) to be prophet"s successor in the Caliphate.
Resistance
Axis of Resistances refers to countries and movements with common political goal, i.e., resisting against Zionist regime, America and other western powers. Iran, Syria, Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Hamas in Palestine are considered as the Axis of Resistance.
Persian Gulf Cooperation Council
A regional political u n i o n consisting of Arab states of the Persian Gulf, except for Iraq.
Taliban
Taliban is a Sunni fundamentalist movement in Afghanistan. It was founded by Mohammed Omar in 1994.
Wahhabism & Extremism
Wahhabism is an extremist pseudo-Sunni movement, which labels non-Wahhabi Muslims as apostates thus paving the way for their bloodshed.
Kurds
Kurds are an ethnic group in the Middle East, mostly inhabiting a region, which spans adjacent parts of Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Turkey. They are an Iranian people and speak the Kurdish languages, which form a subgroup of the Northwestern Iranian branch of Iranian languages.
NATO
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization is an intergovernmental military alliance based on the North Atlantic Treaty which was signed on 4 April 1949.
Islamic Awakening
Refers to a revival of the Islam throughout the world, that began in 1979 by Iranian Revolution that established an Islamic republic.
Al-Qaeda
A militant Sunni organization founded by Osama bin Laden at some point between 1988 and 1989
New node
Russia Demands 14 Answers from Britain on ‘Fabricated’ Skripal Case
Related Content
US Trying to Recruit Expelled Russian Diplomats as Spies: FM
Tit for Tat: Russia to Expel 60 US Diplomat, Close Consulate in St. Petersburg
