§ 12. Colonel YATEasked whether in the recent outrages in Mesopotamia any of the bands of Arabs were led by Syrian officers of the Sherifian army?
§ Mr. CHURCHILLIt is known that ex-officers of the Sherifian army have taken part in the recent outrages and uprisings in Mesopotamia, but they are not known to be Syrians; nor is it known that they now hold any official position. The Emir Feisal has officially disclaimed any responsibility for these acts.
§ Colonel YATEMay we take it that there is no foundation for the report that the band of Arabs led by Sherifian officers destroyed the railway?
§ Mr. CHURCHILLSuch foundation as there is for that is dealt with comprehensively in my answer to the main question.