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While initially supportive of Israel, the Soviet Union quickly pivoted to backing its enemies, fueling antisemitism, terrorism, and chaos in an already tense region. At times, this meant near-open war, like when Soviet Air Force MiG-21s were shot down by Israel over Egypt.

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Israel’s relationship with Russia has also been ambiguous. Netanyahu has maintained friendly ties with Putin, Israel has warned Russia ahead of strikes on its allies in Syria, and it has refused to support a UN resolution condemning Russia’s war and kidnapping of children.

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