NATO shot down an Iranian ballistic missile that entered Turkish airspace
Kyiv • UNN
NATO air defense forces intercepted an Iranian missile over the Eastern Mediterranean. The Turkish government confirmed the neutralization of the threat before it could cause harm to the country.
A ballistic missile launched from Iran and entering Turkish airspace was destroyed by NATO air and missile defense forces in the Eastern Mediterranean. This was reported by the Turkish government, according to UNN.
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It is noted that the missile was intercepted by NATO forces deployed in the region before it could pose a threat to the country's territory.
The Turkish government emphasized that all potential threats to the country's airspace and territory are monitored and neutralized without delay.
Against any threats directed at our territory and airspace, necessary measures are taken decisively and without hesitation
Turkey also stressed that it continues to closely monitor the situation in the region, taking into account national security priorities.