Turkey Intercepts Missile Launched from Iran Headed for Its Airspace

The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced on the 4th (local time) that it had successfully intercepted a ballistic missile that was launched from Iran and headed toward Turkey.

In an official statement, the Ministry of Defense explained, "The missile passed through Iraqi and Syrian airspace and approached Turkey, but was swiftly intercepted and neutralized by North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) air forces and air defense systems deployed in the Eastern Mediterranean."

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After interception, the missile debris fell in the Dortyol area of Hatay Province in southern Turkey, but fortunately, there were no casualties.

The Ministry of Defense warned, "We will take all necessary measures firmly and without hesitation to protect our territory and airspace," adding, "We reserve the right to respond to any hostile acts."

There is also speculation that the missile may have targeted the Incirlik Air Base in southern Turkey, where US forces are stationed.

Since February 28, Iran has carried out attacks targeting US military bases in neighboring Middle Eastern countries in response to attacks by the United States and Israel.

However, Iran has refrained from taking military action against Turkey, a NATO member.

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