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<p>We are concerned about indiscriminate attacks on civilians in Syria which contravene
international law. The UK has consistently called upon all parties in the conflict
to respect international law and played a leading role in initiating and securing
the passing of UN Security Council Resolutions 2139 and 2165, which demand that all
parties cease all attacks against civilians and comply fully with their obligations
to protect civilians in armed conflict. The UN Independent Commission of Inquiry’s
most recent report was clear that the Assad regime, Islamic State of Iraq and the
Levant and other extremist groups, were behind the majority of such attacks. On 25
September 2014, the UK and our partners secured a strong resolution at the UN Human
Rights Council which demands that the Syrian authorities cooperate fully with the
Commission of Inquiry.</p><p>In partnership with other donor countries, we have funded
the collection of documentary evidence of human rights abuses to allow those responsible
to be held accountable. We have also funded Law of Armed Conflict training to help
armed groups understand their responsibilities and obligations under international
law and international human rights standards. We welcome the commitment of the Syrian
National Coalition and associated moderate armed groups to abide by these standards.</p><p>
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