Syria: We should not arm the rebels - Defence Management
I agree with John Baron - see link above.
A foreign policy predicated on not interfering in the internal affairs of another country is a sound policy in my opinion. In the last 20 years, there has been marked shift whereby we have sought to impose our solutions on others. This may be well-intentioned, with ulterior motives, or both, but does not always have the effects we intend. The role of peacemaker often means eventually becoming the lightning-rod for all factions in a civil war.
Our direct involvement should be limited to supporting the charities which try to alleviate the suffering of those caught up in the mayhem.
LF