Airlift tensions rise as Soviet arms move toward Middle East
United States warns Moscow against massive airlift to Egypt and Syria as AN22 and other Soviet transports reportedly ferry cargo and missiles across the Mediterranean. U.S. officials debate Israel aid while Western diplomats assess Moscow's restraint and potential UN actions amid the new fighting.
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