Syria: estimated number of UK children trapped doubles to 60

Many of the stranded children are under five years old, figures compiled by UK charity suggest

At least 60 British children are trapped in north-east Syria after fleeing areas held by Islamic State during the recent escalation in fighting, according to Save the Children -twice the number initially feared.

Figures compiled by the UK-based charity suggest many of the children are under five years old and are enduring dire conditions in desolate camps. All were born to British parents suspected of joining Isis.