Attack on a US base in north east Syria on 23 March: UK government statement
The UK condemns the attack on a US base in north east Syria on 23 March 2023.
A Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office spokesperson said:
The UK condemns the callous attack committed against a US base in north east Syria, which killed a US national. Our thoughts are with their family and friends, and those who were wounded in the attack.
We recognise the US’s right to use force in self-defence.
The UK stands by its partners in the Global Coalition Against Daesh and will continue to play a leading role in the Coalition’s mission to defeat Daesh in Iraq and Syria.
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