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British defense chief: UK has not discussed Syrian military action with Russia

LONDON - Britain has not discussed military action in Syria with Russia, British Defense Secretary Michael Fallon said on Tuesday, adding that Moscow's action in the last few weeks had further complicated the situation there.
"We have not discussed military operations against ISIS (Islamic State) in Syria with the Russians," Fallon told the defense and security think tank Royal United Services Institute.
"The Russian action in the last few weeks of putting ships and aircraft into the region obviously further complicates an immensely complex situation."
Washington said last week it had held initial military talks with Moscow to look at ways of avoiding accidental military interactions in Syria after Russia's military buildup.