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Chemical warfare is the use of toxic chemicals as weapons during military conflicts, which often result in long-lasting health effects on both combatants and civilians. The use of chemical weapons is prohibited under international humanitarian law, including the 1925 Geneva Protocol and the Chemical Weapons Convention of 1993.

On this day, the UN urges all member states to strengthen their commitment to the Chemical Weapons Convention and to take necessary measures to prevent the use of chemical weapons. The UN also encourages member states to support victims of chemical warfare by providing medical care, rehabilitation, and psychological support.

The day serves as a reminder of the importance of preventing the development, stockpiling, and use of chemical weapons, as well as the need to provide assistance to those affected by these weapons. It is also an opportunity to honour the victims of chemical warfare and to support efforts to ensure that such atrocities never happen again.

The Day of Remembrance for all Victims of Chemical Warfare is an important way to raise awareness of the dangers of chemical weapons and to honour the victims of these weapons. By working together, we can ensure that chemical weapons are never used again and that those affected by them receive the support they need.

“We can never obtain peace in the outer world until we make peace with ourselves.”

― Dalai Lama