Pat Breen (Clare, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The UN report published last week did not determine where the guilt lies. France and the United States blame the Assad regime and the Tánaiste indicated that Syrian state forces are responsible for the atrocities of 21 August. Today the Russian Deputy Foreign Minister stated that he has evidence from the Syrian Government indicating that rebels were involved. Do we need another report to determine who was responsible? Clearly games are being played but human lives are being put at risk from the bombings and killings.

The President of the European Parliament, Martin Schulz stated that Europe has not developed a clear position on Syria. Perhaps the Tánaiste will comment on the role that Europe can play in assisting the Russians and Americans in their efforts to find a solution.