Tactical needs will shape Israeli ties with Russia

Israel's prime minister flaunts his friendship with the Russian leader, but cannot stop arms sales to Iran

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  • Coordination in the air
  • Russia befriends Israeli foes
  • Iran and Hezbollah
  • Overlapping interests
  • Pessimism about Syrian outcomes
  • Standing up to Washington
  • Russia as a restraining influence
  • Technology and energy cooperation

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