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Ann Clwyd Excerpts
Tuesday 8th April 2014

(10 years, 7 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Lord Hague of Richmond Portrait Mr Hague
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We are very concerned about reports of violence and of people being displaced in Kessab. It is difficult to establish accurate numbers, but we are working closely with the Turkish Government to restrict the ability of foreign fighters to cross into Syria. I have discussed that recently with the Foreign Minister of Turkey.

Ann Clwyd Portrait Ann Clwyd (Cynon Valley) (Lab)
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It has been promised many times, but what progress has been made on gaining unimpeded humanitarian access in Syria?

Lord Hague of Richmond Portrait Mr Hague
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Very little progress has been made, despite the successful passing of UN Security Council resolution 2139, which included the authorisation of cross-border access. The Security Council is due to review the position every 30 days, and at the coming review we will press strongly for full use to be made of what is authorised in that resolution.