The Pentagon is moving forces closer to Syria as the US weighs its options in the conflict there, Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel has suggested.
On Friday, President Barack Obama said fresh allegations of chemical weapons use by the Syrian government this week was of "grave concern".
Syria's main ally Russia said there was evidence rebels were behind the attack.
The Syrian opposition, however, has said hundreds died in a government assault on the outskirts of Damascus on Wednesday.
Despite calls from many different countries, there is no sign yet that the Syrian authorities will allow a UN inspection team to visit to investigate the claims.
Read more: BBC News - Syria crisis: US weighs military options
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