No Fly Zone Over Syria Would Cost Billions Monthly
Joint Chiefs chair General Dempsey told the Senate panel that a Syria no fly zone could cost 500 million to 1 billion dollars per month and may not curb fighting since Assad’s military relies mainly on artillery, not air power. He warned of potential U S boots on the ground if jets are shot down.
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United States Eyes Date for Israeli Palestinian Talks
The United States works to schedule Washington talks between Israeli and Palestinian representatives in the coming weeks to restart peace negotiations. Kerry announced tentative resumption of talks three years after 2010 breakdown, as Obama meets with the secretary of state.
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Detroit bankruptcy highlights broader municipal financial strain
Detroit's 2013 bankruptcy exposed long term liabilities of 18 billion dollars and pension obligations while underscoring a decline in tax base and population. Analysts call the move idiosyncratic and not a market wide trend though unions fear precedents for retiree benefits.
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Landing gear collapse injures eight at LaGuardia
Eight people were injured when a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 landed at LaGuardia Airport with its landing gear collapsed. The airport was closed for more than an hour as emergency crews responded. The FAA and NTSB are investigating.
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