The United States will take military action against Syrian President Bashar Assad over his use of chemical weapons on civilians despite a warning from Moscow that it will repel and retaliate against the attack, President Donald Trump said on Wednesday.  Writing on Twitter, Trump acknowledged the Russian threat to shoot down US missiles and to target their launching pads— likely US warships— issued by Moscow’s envoy to Lebanon earlier in the day.   “Russia vows to shoot down any and all

missiles fired at Syria,” Trump said. “Get ready Russia, because they will be coming, nice and new and ‘smart!’” “You shouldn’t be partners with a Gas Killing Animal who kills his people and enjoys it!” he continued. European aviation authorities warned airlines this morning to avoid the airspace around Syria for the next 72 hours, suggesting a strike is imminent. Meanwhile, US media reported that Trump ordered another US warship to the Syrian coast in preparation for the assault. READ MORE