Israel is a Victim of Syria after Rockets are Sunk into Sea of Galilee

Article content JERUSALEM - - The Israeli military claims to have destroyed a rocket launcher in Syria in response to two missiles that sank into the Sea of Galilee.

Article content The army said in a statement issued late on Wednesday that the area that was around the rocket launcher was targeted by Israeli artillery.

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The rockets appeared to be errant fire from battles between Syrian government forces and rebel groups close to the border with Israel.

Article content The military says in a statement that it "will be adamant against any attempt to compromise Israeli sovereignty and the safety of its civilians."
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The Israeli military earlier this week destroyed a Syrian fighter plane, which it claimed violated Israeli airspace. Israel also activated its aerial defence system on Monday in response to missiles fired by Syria.