Turkiye says Iranian ballistic missile intercepted by NATO air defences

"The missile was intercepted on Monday over the Sahinbey district of Gaziantep in southern Turkiye, the ministry said in a statement. No casualties or damage were reported. Ankara emphasized its capability and determination to protect national airspace and border security, while warning that further escalation in the region must be avoided."

"Monday's incident was the second time an Iranian ballistic missile was fired towards Turkiye since the US and Israel launched a war against Iran on February 28, according to local authorities. The US-Israeli attacks have prompted a wave of Iranian missile and drone strikes across the wider region, including on targets in Arab Gulf countries."

"NATO stands firm in its readiness to defend all Allies against any threat, Hart said in a post on X. This is a tangible demonstration of the Alliance's ability to defend our populations against all threats, including those posed by ballistic missiles, NATO said of the interception."

Turkey's Ministry of National Defence reported that NATO air defenses successfully intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Iran over the Sahinbey district of Gaziantep in southern Turkey on Monday. The interception resulted in no casualties or damage. This marks the second Iranian missile attack on Turkish territory since the US-Israel military operations against Iran began on February 28. Turkey emphasized its capability to protect its airspace and borders while urging all parties, particularly Iran, to avoid further escalation and actions endangering civilians or regional stability. NATO confirmed the interception and reaffirmed its commitment to defending all member states against threats, including ballistic missiles.

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