Foreign Office minister Kim Howells has criticised Muslim leaders for condemning British foreign policy. An open letter, signed by three Muslim MPs, three peers and 38 community groups, said the stance on the Middle East has put civilians at risk. They went on to say that UK policy has given "ammunition to extremists". But Mr Howells denied there was a "rational connection" and said "no government" formulates policy based on a perceived risk from terrorists. Downing Street, meanwhile, said Tony Blair "stands ready" to meet Muslim representatives when he returns to the UK. Mr Howells told BBC News 24 the...