White House Ponders On What Is The Best Timing For A Syrian Attack

Obama Ponders Best Timing For Syria Attack -- Voice of America

Speculation is rife about the possible timing of U.S. air strikes on Syria, after President Barack Obama announced Wednesday that he is considering a military response to the Syrian army's alleged use of chemical weapons. The administration now has to decide on the best time to launch a strike.

Obama, focused on his goal of boosting the U.S. economy and reducing the national debt, has been reluctant to involve the U.S. military in Syria. But he also had pledged to act if Syrian President Bashar al-Assad crossed a "red line" by using banned weapons in the war against the opposition.

Political analyst Ilan Berman of the American Foreign Policy Council says there are reasons for immediate action, but also reasons for a delay. He said the Obama administration avoided letting the United States act on its own against the forces of Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi in 2011.

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My Comment: My prediction for a U.S. attack is after the G20 summit (which ends next week). Some Israeli papers are predicting tomorrow. France has suggested Wednesday. Others in the U.S. media are suggesting today when the UN inspectors leave.