Intelligence agents in the UK and US have foiled an alleged chemical bomb plot in Britain, the BBC has learnt. The plot was believed to involve detonating a combination of explosive and a chemical called osmium tetroxide. Experts say in gas form it could be lethal in a confined space. The plotters were thought to be sympathetic to the aims of al-Qaeda and the intended target was believed to be British civilians, probably in London. The chemical has a legitimate scientific use for research but is highly destructive to peoples’ eyes, lungs and skin. Full Story
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