Syria Civil War Escalation Threatens US Missiles
Syria's civil war deepens as Assad threatens to shoot down US missiles with Russian support. The conflict has killed about 500,000 and displaced millions. Last year the US used 59 Tomahawk missiles in a limited strike on warplanes. planners may repeat similar targets this year.
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Corrections and Clarifications on Feb Paper Defense Stories
A USA TODAY correction notes a court verdict misidentifying a defendant and expands on geopolitical briefing about potential U S military options in Syria. Quotes from analysts Michael O Hanlon and Scott Murray discuss Russian restraint and potential retaliation if strikes occur.
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Ryan exits as House GOP faces 2018 midterms
Democratic spokesman notes retirements loom as Republicans face bleak midterm prospects. Speaker Paul Ryan plans to retire to spend time with family, saying he wants to avoid being a weekend dad for his teenage children. Several GOP figures warn of impact, while others say the party can still compete in November. Ryan and Rep. Dennis Ross announce retirement on Wednesday amid a district swing toward swing seats. Swing Left analysts frame departures as opening chances in red districts, with momentum tied to a broader wave scenario.
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Airlines avoid Syrian airspace amid threat of strikes
Airlines dodge Syria airspace as the United States and allies consider missile strikes amid tensions over a suspected gas attack. Eurocontrol warns 72 hours of caution across eastern Mediterranean and Syria, with few commercial flights over Syria while civil aviation limits persist due to anti-aircraft risks and ongoing conflict.
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Contenders line up to replace Speaker Ryan
Washington The drive to replace Paul Ryan began before his retirement plans were announced. Republicans and Democrats seek the next House speaker with McCarthy and Scalise leading the GOP field while Pelosi, Hoyer, Clyburn and Crowley are named among Democratic contenders. Tim Ryan is a long-shot Dem hopeful.
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