Well, of course he would. When a weaker nation is attacked by a stronger one, the weaker nation has two options going forward:
A. Choose peace, and just try to stay out of trouble (the Switzerland approach).
B. Arm up to dissuade another such attack.
And Muslims aren’t particularly noted for taking a peaceful option.
“the weaker nation has two options ...
Actually 3:
C. Lie about what you’re going to do or are capable of doing.