Anthrax: Suspicion falls on state-sponsored source

Scientists say the process of making high-grade anthrax similar to that used in the attacks on America requires expert knowledge and specialist equipment.

Anthrax: Suspicion falls on state-sponsored source

Scientists say the process of making high-grade anthrax similar to that used in the attacks on America requires expert knowledge and specialist equipment.

So-called "weapons grade" anthrax has only been produced in a few countries - including Russia, the US and Iraq - after decades of research and millions of pounds of investment.

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