In the Washington Post Liz Sly writes about the hidden war
in Syria. In the newest commitment to a Middle
East war U.S troops will now stay in Syria. The Trump administration once
stated how troops will be withdrawing from Syria once mission completes. However,
recently the Trump Administration has stated U.S troops will stay in Syria
pending an overall settlement to the Syrian war. The Trump Administration has
added the mission of acting as a defensive wall against Iran’s expanding influences
on the U.S troops agenda. The article continues by stating the new mission now
requires U.S troops to occupy nearly a third of Syria. The estimated increase
of troops is an estimated 4,000 soldiers. The increase of U.S troops is stated
to be a light foot print; however, the question arises of will the increase of
U.S troops aggravate insurgency and conflict? Senior officials have stated the
loss of U.S troops will end in devastation for the area. Official hope American
presence will bring settlement and end the Syrian war. However recent events in
Syria have shown of no sign of a resolution. The article continues by
explaining the tension and confusion that has increased within the leadership
and military presence within Syria. The article also continues by stating the
frustration in rebuilding and reconstruction. The Trump administration has
cut $200 million dollars that has been earmarked for essential repairs to
the worst damaged areas of Syria. Sly describes how the lack of
financial support may increase to insurgency and more devastation for the
people of Syria.
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