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The recent collapse of the Assad regime in Syria threatens Russia's long-standing naval presence in the Mediterranean, particularly at the port of Tartus, which has been a strategic asset for Moscow since 1971. This development could significantly diminish Russia's influence on NATO's southern flank, despite the Kremlin's efforts to manage an orderly withdrawal.
The Israeli Air Force reportedly conducted an airstrike near the port city of Tartus in western Syria, targeting air defense sites and an arms depot linked to Hezbollah. Syrian air defense systems were activated in response, with most of the missiles intercepted. This marks the fifth attack attributed to Israel in Syrian territory in the past two months. Tartus is strategically important due to its Russian naval facility and its role in Syria's ties to Iran and trade. The strikes are part of Israel's efforts to slow down Iran's growing presence in Syria.