Idris, described as charming and apolitical, purchased the plant in March 1998, Suleiman said. There are no signs of secrecy at the plant. Two prominent signs along the road point to the factory, and foreigners have been allowed to visit the site at all hours. Plant employees deny any components of chemical weapons were made. This factory was open to everyone.
Doctors differ on the impact of the plant's destruction.
Most agreed the products could be purchased from other plants in Khartoum or abroad. But Honowa Hamad, a Khartoum pharmacist, said prices of imported medicine could be three times higher or more. Copyright 1999 Associated Press . All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.