It really sounds like Syria thinks Israel will not strike back. The last 20 years has taught them that Arabs can strike Israel while Israel will hold its punches in response. However, I think once you start targeting cities with ballistic missiles, all bets are off. At least they should be off—hopefully, even a fool like Olmert will respond.
“However, I think once you start targeting cities with ballistic missiles, all bets are off”
However, recall that even Saddam got away with this back in 91’