‘US leaving Syria a calculated move’


U.S. President Donald Trump accused China and Europe of manipulating their currencies.

PETALING JAYA: US President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw troops from Syria and Afghanistan is influenced by the prospect of imminent defeat and the increasing financial cost of war, says Dr Chandra Muzaffar.

The political scientist said it is estimated that the Syrian war would cost US$15.3bil (RM63.8bil) next year and that the amount is even higher for Afghanistan.

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