The Syrian air defenses destroyed 22 of the 24 rockets fired by the Israeli Air Force. This was reported by Rear Admiral Vadim Kully, deputy head of the Russian Center for the reconciliation of the warring parties in Syria, it was reported
Rif Damascus and Homs provinces were targeted. Russian-made Buk-M2E and Pantsir-S air defence systems are in Syria’s defence.
The military said six Israeli tactical fighter jets fired 24 missiles from Lebanese airspace at around 23:00 local time on August 19.
The Rear Admiral noted that the Syrian army managed to prevent casualties and destruction. No soldiers or civilians were injured and all buildings were left intact.