‘Nobody wants war:’ Upstate New York veterans react to Iran conflict

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Veterans have their opinions about war, but it’s also something that can trigger difficult memories or PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder.

“Nobody wants war, but it’s going to come at a cost. And that cost is going to be the lives of our brothers and our sisters,” said Retired Marine Amy Folwell.

What You Need To Know

  • Veterans of war are reacting to the latest war taking place in Iran
  • Vets offer advice to comrades, saying talk to to someone
  • If you or someone you know needs help – you can call the Veterans Help Line at 988 then press 1 or text 838255 for 24/7 confidential crisis support for vets and their loved ones

“War’s ugly. You don’t want to go to war, but once they have a nuclear weapon, then what?” said Army Veteran Matt Murray…

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