Israeli Intelligence Minister Yisrael Katz said a massive explosion near Damascus International Airport today was consistent with Israel’s policy, but stopped short of confirming his country was behind it. “We are acting to prevent the transfer of sophisticated weapons from Syria to Hezbollah in Lebanon by Iran,” Katz told army radio. “When we receive serious information about the intention to transfer weapons to Hezbollah, we will act. This incident is totally consistent with this policy.”In line with its usual practice, Israel’s military has declined to comment on the incident. Last month, in the most serious incident between the two countries since the Syria conflict began, Israeli warplanes struck several targets , drawing retaliatory missile fire.

Source: Indian Express April 27, 2017 07:18 UTC