Britain’s response to Syria so far has been uncertain and cautious. A YouGov poll today suggests that the public is keen for this hands-off approach to continue.
When presented several possible offences, the public responds with almost universal disapproval. A measly 9 per cent would support sending in British and allied troops to overthrow President al-Assad. Only 16 per cent would support providing arms to the rebels and 18 per cent support sending in troops to protect civilians.
The only modicum of support is for the proposed no-fly zone. But, although a majority would agree with the zone, less than half believe it is necessary right now, with 26 per cent believing it may be useful in the future. However, support from the United Nations is a crucial ingredient to this support. Nearly half of those polled believe that a NATO/EU no-fly zone should only be implemented if backed by the UN.
Then again, polling on military action is relatively
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