Turkey intercepts ballistic missile fired from Iran
A ballistic missile fired from Iran and passing through Iraqi and Syrian airspace was intercepted by NATO air and missile defense units deployed in the Eastern Mediterranean, Turkey’s Ministry of Defense announced on Wednesday.
The missile, which was heading toward Turkish airspace, was rendered ineffective before it could cause any damage. A piece of the missile fell in the Dörtyol district of Hatay, and it was determined to belong to the intercepted missile. No casualties or injuries were reported.
The ministry reaffirmed Turkey’s commitment to ensuring national security and its right to respond decisively to any threats, warning all parties against actions that could escalate the conflict in the region.
