Inquiry Reveals Novichok's Lethal Potential in Salisbury Poisoning

A scientist testifies that even a tiny amount of Novichok could be fatal, highlighting the sophistication required to produce the nerve agent.

A government scientist, known as MK26, testified that the Novichok used in the Salisbury attack was of extremely high purity.
The nerve agent was applied to Sergei Skripal's door handle, with a minuscule amount capable of being lethal.
The inquiry into the 2018 incident revealed that many lethal doses were present, with the contamination persisting despite adverse weather conditions.
Dawn Sturgess died after being exposed to Novichok from a discarded perfume bottle, underscoring the agent's deadly nature.
The production of such pure Novichok is highly complex, suggesting state-level capabilities, and few could manufacture it safely.