Air Traffic Controllers Issue Rapid Alert For Airlines In Eastern Mediterranean As Threat Of Missile Strikes On Syria Looms
Europe's air traffic controllers have issued a "rapid alert" for airlines in the Eastern Mediterranean because of the possibility of missile strikes on Syria.
Eurocontrol's warning there could be military strikes within the next 72 hours.
Meanwhile, Russia last night vetoed a US proposal for an investigation into an alleged chemical weapons attack in Syria.
Moscow and the Syrian regime deny any involvement in the gas attack on the rebel-held town of Douma.
French president Emmanuel Macron says his country, along with the UK and America will decide how to act over the coming days.
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