Limited scope: The president stressed that he has 'no interest' in 'any kind of open-ended conflict' in Syria
Obama Strike Plans In Disarray After Britain Rejects Use Of Force In Syria -- The Guardian
White House forced to consider unilateral strikes against Assad after British PM unexpectedly loses key motion on intervention.
Barack Obama's plans for military strikes against Syria were thrown into disarray on Monday night after the British parliament unexpectedly rejected a motion designed to pave the way to authorising military force.
The White House was forced to consider the unpalatable option of taking unilateral action against the regime of Bashar al-Assad after the British prime minister, David Cameron, made it clear that the UK would not participate in air strikes against Syria.
Although Britain's support was not a prerequisite for US action, the Obama administration was left exposed without the backing of its most loyal ally, which has taken part in every major US military offensive in recent years.
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More News On The Impact Of The UK Rejecting The Use Of Force In Syria On U.S. War Strategy
Obama Willing to Pursue Solo Syria Strikes, Aides Say -- New York Times
Britain says 'no' but US ready to act alone on Syria -- AFP
US ready to go it alone on Syria -- Financial Times
Britain leaves U.S. to go it alone -- Daily Star
America could launch military strikes against Syria without Britain's support -- The Telegraph
My Comment: What a mess.
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