U.S. Launches Missile Attack Against Syria

The transcript discusses a US missile strike on a Syrian airfield in response to a chemical attack. The strike involved 60 Tomahawk missiles and was launched from two Navy destroyers. The market reacted with the S&P 500 erasing gains and the yen rising. President Trump had previously indicated a response was likely, criticizing the Syrian leader Bashar Assad for the chemical attack.

What was the reason for the US missile strike against Syria?

What was the nature of the chemical attack that prompted the US response?

How many Tomahawk missiles were launched in the airstrike?

What was the market reaction following the news of the airstrike?

What did President Trump say regarding the Syrian leader Bashar Assad?