§ Mr. DalyellTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what action United Kingdom/United States forces are taking to extend the air base at Sirsensk.
§ Mr. Archie HamiltonUnited Kingdom forces deployed in Turkey and northern Iraq are currently being supported by helicopters based in Turkey, principally at Silopi. The requirement for forward operating bases will be kept under review in the light of developments; Sirsensk is a possibility.