Saturday, August 31, 2013

UK vote against military action in Syria

British MPs have voted to reject possible military action against the Assad regime in Syria to deter the use of chemical?weapons.

A government motion was defeated 285 to 272, a majority of 13?votes.

Prime Minster David Cameron said it was clear Parliament does not want action and the government will act?accordingly.

It effectively rules out British involvement in any US-led strikes against the Assad?regime.

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