P164 CJJFAX 164 Thu 4 Nov 21:12/21 -n2n2 -/.%/.I/, WORLD UN PROBES CLAIMS OVER IRAQI ATTACK The UN is investigating claims that Iraqi forces recently used chemical weapons in an assault on She'ites in the country's southern marshes. An Iraqi opposition group said that hundreds were killed or hurt in the attack, but so far outside agencies have been unable to confirm that chemical weapons were used. UV knvoy Rolf Ekjus said his staff would consult human rights groups working in the area and would question witnesses. The UN is also considering sending specialists to the marshes to carry out tests. (upppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppz Next News Home News Politics Sport