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In recent years, the Russian military has significantly expanded the runway and ...

Israel struck the Air Base in Syria used by the Russians - Reuters

In recent years, the Russian military has significantly expanded the runway and underground structures at the Shayrat airfield. Iran also used it for his military supply. On Sunday, November 13, Israel struck a major air base in Syria used by military Iran and the Russian Federation. About it reports Reuters. As it is specified, as a result of the Israeli attack on the Schirat airport, located 30 km from the city of Homs, two servicemen were killed, and three more were injured.

Syria State Media have declared "aggression" and material losses, but did not specify the details of the event. At the same time, the sources in the power structures told the agency that the air base had recently used the Iranian military-air forces. The publication also writes that for the last three years, Russia, which has retained its military presence in Syria, has significantly expanded the runway and underground structures, including aircraft shelters, in Shayrat.

In addition, the Russians placed their troops near the air base. Regional sources have specified that in recent months, Israel has strengthened the blows of the airports and Syria airports. This should interfere with Iran's use of supply air lines for weapons to allies in Syria and Lebanon, including the Lebanon Hezbolla, which is supported by Tehran.