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<p>The UK Government deplores the loss of civilian life in Syria since the conflict
started in 2011. We condemn the actions of the Syrian regime and those who back it
in prosecuting this awful war, which has caused widespread death, injury and humanitarian
suffering. This conflict is feeding the migration challenges we see across Europe
and fuelling extremism.</p><p>I understand and share the concerns of those who participated
in the rally for Aleppo.</p><p>The UK continues to speak out in the UN Security Council
for progress on the crisis in Syria. The Foreign Secretary, my Rt Hon. Friend the
Member for Uxbridge and South Ruislip (Boris Johnson) convened a meeting of key partners
on Syria in London on 16 October to discuss what more the international community
can do.</p><p>We continue to consider all options. Ultimately the regime and its supporters
- Russia and Iran - need to halt their offensive and resume peace talks and - as a
matter of urgency - allow the UN to deliver aid throughout Syria, including Eastern
Aleppo. We will continue to work to this end.</p>
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