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Panicked flight by Russians after single mine explosion - Military Mind - TVP World
Russian occupation forces are using banned K-51 chloropicrin grenades against Ukrainian servicemen. Dana is the name of a 155 millimeter self-propelled howitzer developed in the former Czechoslovakia. A recap of the autumn battles of the "International Legion" of the Ukrainian armed forces.
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Chloropicrin is a lung damaging agent.
Chloropicrin (PS) is used in agriculture as a soil fumigant. It has also been used as a chemical warfare agent (military designation, PS) and a riot control agent. It was used in large quantities during World War I and was stockpiled during World War II. However, it is no longer authorized for military use. Chloropicrin (PS) is an irritant with characteristics of a tear gas. Chloropicrin (PS) has an intensely irritating odor. Inhalation of 1 ppm causes eye irritation and can warn of exposure.
https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/ershdb/emergencyresponsecard_29750034.html