In Major Shift, Russian Forces Reportedly Open Fire on Israeli Pilots in Syria
- In Major Shift, Russian Forces Reportedly Open Fire on Israeli Pilots in Syria
by Emily Jones, https://www1.cbn.com/cbnnews
JERUSALEM, Israel – Russian forces opened fire on Israeli fighter jets while they were allegedly carrying out airstrikes in Syria last week, Israel’s Channel 13 News reported on Monday.
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According to the channel, the incident happened on Friday as Israeli pilots attacked Iranian-linked targets in southwestern Syria. Russian forces reportedly opened fire on the pilots using advanced S-300 anti-aircraft missiles.
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Syrian state media said Israeli missiles targeted the town of Masyaf during the alleged airstrikes, killing five people – including a civilian – and injuring seven others. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a UK-based war monitor, said the Israeli fighter jets hit weapons depots and sites belonging to Iranian militias during Friday’s airstrikes.
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According to Channel 13, Russia fired at the Israeli jets as they were leaving the area and did not present a real threat to the pilots. If confirmed, this incident could mark a significant shift in Moscow’s attitude towards Jerusalem. Historically, Israel has had strong ties with Russia and coordinates with Moscow on airstrikes against Iranian targets in Syria.
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