PM: UK Airstrikes will help bring political deal in Syria
Prime Minister David Cameron has insisted UK airstrikes will help to bring about a political settlement in Syria, as RAF Typhoons carry out their first attacks on so-called Islamic State.
Airstrikes against IS in Syria approved by MPs
Airstrikes against so-called Islamic State in Syria have been approved by the House of Commons.
MPs supported a motion backing the strikes by 397 votes to 223 - a majority of 174 - following a 10-hour debate.
RAF Tornados could now begin missions against IS targets as soon as Thursday morning.
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McDonnell: Syria airstrikes shameful step back
The shadow chancellor warned it could foster another generation of militants determined to commit a Paris-style terror attack.
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Michael Fallon visits RAF Akrotiri
The Defence Secretary has warned the RAF that the fight against Islamic State will not be short or simple.
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MP who voted to bomb Syria under police protection
Officers were posted outside the constituency office of Neil Coyle, the Labour MP for Bermondsey & Old Southwark.