After seven years of Syria’s civil war, the country is now turning into a confrontation zone between Israel and Iran. On a more global scale, it is becoming more and more of a confrontation between Russia and the Western countries, especially the United States. A retaliation by the United States for the chemical weapon attack a few days ago could lead to the issue being escalated even further.
Russia has warned the U.S. to not conduct a raid against Syria and has threatened to intercept any U.S. missiles.
Tensions and open hostility between Russia and the U.S. could potentially provide cover for Iran to accelerate its efforts to place its forces and militias wherever possible in the region. Israel has made it clear that Iranian expansion into Syria would be crossing a line.
It seems that Assad may no longer be as much of a restrained and calculated leader as some thought him to be. His decision to use chemical weapons in an area that was about to fall to his forces anyway very well may lead to an international battle taking place in Syria.
Turkey could become caught in the crossfire of an escalated international battle, even if they just try to sit at the side.
Trump’s recent statements and tweets suggest that the U.S. will strike Syria soon. Some believe he also may use this cover of potential war in order to fire Special Counsel Robert Mueller. His unfiltered tweets do not inspire any confidence in those looking towards the leader of the free world. On the other hand, Theresa May is still searching for proof that it was Assad’s forces that carried out the chemical attacks.
Tensions are rising, groups are preparing for more heated conflict, and we are moving closer and closer to another war.
