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“I think if the Americans are prepared to act fast, I think ourselves and probably the French Government would be in the same position. We should be supportive." Dozens of people,
including children, died in the incident in the war-torn country on Saturday. Donald Trump, backed by Britain and France, has proposed military action against the Syrian regime in response
to the suspected chemical attack. Damascus ally Russia has been at odds with the US after it warned against military action in Syria following the suspected chemical attack. Mr Blair said it
would be an “immensely difficult” decision to strike Syria. But he said: “If you put the other point of view and say let’s do nothing then you are really giving carte blanche to the
regime.” Mr Blair added: “It’s not just about going to war with Russia. It is because of the difficulties of intervention. As I know, it is extremely difficult. But the problem is not
intervention. It is also a policy with a consequence. “Iraq shows you that intervening is extremely difficult.” Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Russia on Wednesday. He tweeted:
“Russia vows to shoot down any and all missiles fired at Syria. Get ready Russia, because they will be coming, nice and new and “smart!” “You shouldn’t be partners with a Gas Killing Animal
who kills his people and enjoys it!”