U.S. fighter jet shot down

In an alarming and bold display of military force, a United States fighter jet was shot down by an unknown aggressor. The US Navy MH-60 entered Syrian airspace, and was promptly intercepted by Syrian forces. This hostile action serves as a dramatic warning that no international borders can be violated without consequences. The incident emphasizes the precariousness of the battlefields of war, wherein any misstep could trigger all out conflict. It is yet another example of how quickly tensions can escalate in regional conflicts and underscores the need for leaders to take steps toward peaceful resolution whenever possible.