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Written question asked by Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi (Labour) on Friday, 15 March 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 19 March 2024. It was answered by James Heappey (Conservative) on Monday, 25 March 2024 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Syria: Armed Forces

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent guidance his Department has issued to armed forces deployed in Syria on (a) international law and (b) rules of engagement.

Answer

All aspects of military activity are bound by the relevant law of England and Wales, and international law. All UK personnel also receive annual training on both international law and rules of engagement.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
18929
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Armed forces Deployment International law Syria
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk