Syria claims it intercepted Israeli airstrikes in Latakia
By DW
08 May 2021 |
2:32 pm
Syrian state-run media says explosions near the Mediterranean port city of Latakia were caused by air defenses engaging "enemy targets." Syria says one civilian has died and six are wounded.
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