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Source: https://www.jpost.com/arab-israeli-conflict/article-717327
Increased Israeli Air Activity over Syria: Why Now?
(Jerusalem Post) Jonathan Spyer - A notable uptick in Israeli air operations against Iran-linked targets in Syria has taken place over the last month, according to regional media. The specific targeting of Aleppo Airport is almost certainly related to recent indications that Iran is relying increasingly on its "air bridge" to Syria and Lebanon, because of Israel's successful and systematic targeting of efforts to move weaponry and equipment by land. Moreover, the increased tempo of activity is part of a broader picture of increasing regional tension. Russia's pulling back in Syria to support its faltering military campaign in Ukraine means greater freedom for the Iranian role in Syria. But it also enables Israeli freedom of action to increase. In addition, the uptick in Israeli activity is part of a more general broadening and deepening by Israel in recent months of its assertive posture regarding the full gamut of Iranian activity in the region.