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After missile strikes, Trump resumes exit strategy for Syria

"No amount of American blood or treasure can produce lasting peace and security in the Middle East," Trump says.

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US President Donald Trump arrives to announce military strikes on Syria at the White House in Washington, April 13, 2018. While Trump made the announcement the night of April 13 US time, the strikes took place the morning of April 14 in Syria. — REUTERS/Yuri Gripas

The Middle East a "troubled place"

While the United States may be “locked and loaded” to respond to future chemical weapons use, the Trump administration is otherwise planning its exit from Syria.

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