Like President Barack Obama in 2012, Macron has declared the use of chemical weapons by the Syrian regime a “red line” and has repeatedly pledged to strike any chemical weapons sites in Syria connected to attacks. Syria has denied using chemical weapons against civilians — including in Khan Sheikhoun — but Syria observers are accusing the regime of covering up its attacks. The French leader has also avoided specifying whether the use of chlorine gas in an attack would be categorized as a chemical weapons attack, even though the Arms Control Association and other organizations classify chlorine as a potential chemical agent. Alternatively, he could team up with Trump and strike Syrian targets — and risk being drawn into the conflict. More on WorldViews:Trump’s real Syria policy is hypocrisyPolice arrest 6 accused of planning stabbing rampage during Berlin Half MarathonWill President Trump authorize another strike on Syria?

Source: Washington Post April 09, 2018 11:36 UTC