China 'opposed to the use of force' in Syria

China 'opposed to the use of force' in Syria

China said Saturday (Apr 14) it was "opposed to the use of force" following US-led air strikes against Syria and called for a "return to the framework of international law".
Syria strikes hit Syrian chemical programme: Mattis

Syria strikes hit Syrian chemical programme: Mattis

A quick series of US, French and British air strikes in Syria were designed to send a "clear message" to President Bashar al-Assad and stop his chemical weapons programme, US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis said Friday (Apr 13).