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There are several other inconsistencies within Mr. Hulays last posting, one being that Syria does have balistic missiles at its disposal. You can find a run down of them at Missile Listings. It is a rather complete listing of missiles that are currently in world service. As you will note, Syria currently employs numerous Russian (post Soviet Union) SAM systems and Scud A and B varients of ballistic missiles with ranges up to several hundred miles.

You may also want to examine the CIA Factbook 95 to see that the current military strength of Syria, based upon population estimates and conscription still leaves Syria with a larger military. Techonological differences between Israel and Syria give Israel the edge militarily. I am also working on getting hard data on the physical makeup of the Middle Eastern military forces, so that will be forthcoming shortly.

Michael Siegel Mid-East Politics and Culture

-- posted by Lawhawk