In light of recent events, I would like to discuss the very real possibility of a war with Syria.
If you have watched the news lately, there is no doubt that you have seen the Syrian chemical attack that took place earlier this week. This attack prompted the first direct strike on Syrian forces; late Thursday night, President Trump authorized 59 BGM-109 cruise missiles, or Tomahawks, to be fired directly upon the Syrian airbase which launched the attack. Could this be the event that signifies the beginning of a new war? It could — not to say that it will, but it could. Just as past wars were started by some form of hostility or strike, this one, too, could be the event that starts a war.
The possibility of war with Syria is probably enough to scare you. H
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One way or another, this event will have repercussions. On what scale, we cannot possibly know. We can assume that in the coming days a proposal will be made to gain a war authorization from Congress.
Peter Bronner is a junior studying war and peace studies. Please note that the views and opinions of the columnists do not reflect those of The Post. Do you think we are at the brink of war? Let Peter know by emailing him pb124614@ohio.edu.