Syria/Iraq update 9/15/2018..SAA destroy Israeli missiles over Damascus

SAA destroy Israeli missiles over Damascus

Syria Today, a jihadi channel says Israeli Missiles hit Damascus International Airport Syria

Air Strikes Target Damascus: Syrian Officials Say “Israeli Missile Attack” Thwarted

https://www.zerohedge.com/news/2018-09-15/air-strikes-target-damascus-syrian-officials-say-israeli-missile-attack-thwarted

Syrian state media reports that several Israeli airstrikes have targeted Damascus international airport, and that Syrian air defenses have been activated, attempting to shoot down the incoming missiles.

Various journalists in the region are also reporting that locals in Damascus heard multiple loud explosions during the Saturday evening hours.

Pro-government media accounts have posted early unconfirmed video that appears to show a missile intercept of an incoming projectile near Damascus International Airport.

The incident comes as tensions between Syria and the West have been at their highest in months as the Syrian Army and its Russian ally prepare for a major offensive on Idlib.

SANA photo released purporting to show missile defense engaged during the reported attack.

The extent of any potential impact on or near the Damascus airport is unclear, however, previously SANA reported that “explosions were heard in the surroundings of Damascus International Airport.”

Regional journalists have speculated that the target was likely an Iranian weapons store house, which is something Israel has claimed to have targeted in prior similar airstrikes. Syrian opposition site SOHOR reports Israel targeted “recently imported” Iranian weapons and military equipment.

During the moments the air strikes took place, a major event called the International Fair of Damascus was being held in the vicinity of the airport.

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