Vern Buchanan Backs Russian Proposal on Syria

With the Russian government indicating it will work with Syria for that nation to relinquish its chemical weapons, U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Fla., said the idea had merits and should be considered.

The Russian proposal to address Syria through diplomatic negotiations instead of military action deserves serious consideration, Buchanan said on Tuesday. Whether or not this becomes a reality, the door has now been opened for the international community to express support for a diplomatic solution. By so doing, our country can avoid an ill-advised military strike.