A lethal 'non-lethal' weapon

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"With tear gas a prominent weapon used to repress the recent uprisings in North Africa and the Middle East, the multi-billion global market has been expanding. Reported incidents of tear gas-related deaths and injuries have prompted critique of its classification as 'non-lethal' and renewed calls for a ban on its use."

See the full article: A lethal 'non-lethal' weapon (Corporate Watch, link)

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