US media: US poised for cruise missile attack on Syria

US warships have been sent to the region for possible cruise missile attacks or other action against Syria, CBS TV reported Saturday, but Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel declined to comment on the accounts. "The president has asked the Defense Department for options. Like always, the Defense Department is prepared and has been prepared to provide all options for all contingencies to the president of the United States," Hagel said, stressing that no decision has been taken.