Germany is in discussions with the United States and other international partners about possible military action against Islamic State in Syria but Berlin will **t take part in any military engagement there, a foreign ****** spokesman said on Wednesday. Asked about Germany's views on a possible operation against Islamic State in Syria the spokesman said: "Of course we are discussing this subject with our allies including Washington ... but Germany will **t consider taking part in any military action in Syria." "However, we will continue efforts to strengthen the democratic opposition in Syria," he added.