UI student from Syria weighs in after US attack
Monzer Shakally, a University of Iowa junior from Syria, phones family in Damascus after the U S missile strike ordered by President Trump. He argues the action is overdue and notes Syria’s Assad regime as the root cause of violence, while experts weigh deterrence and Russia ties.
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U S strikes Syria show seriousness of purpose
The strike on Shayrat air base by more than 50 cruise missiles is praised as an overwhelming success by officials who say it demonstrates American leadership. Critics warn Congress must authorize future action and caution against deeper involvement in the six year conflict.
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