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Turkey Intercepts Iranian Missile Near NATO AirspaceA ballistic missile launched from Iran was intercepted before reaching Turkey; regional tensions have sharply escalated since early March 2026.
- Turkey's Defense Ministry confirmed that NATO air defense systems intercepted a ballistic missile fired from Iran in the eastern Mediterranean.
- This incident marks the first time Iran targeted NATO territory, prompting strong condemnation from the alliance.
- The killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Chamenei by US and Israeli forces has intensified the ongoing conflict in the region.
- Amidst military clashes, extensive security operations and evacuations are underway while diplomatic strains continue to grow.
We are united in the view that this terrible regime in Tehran must be overthrown.— Said by Chancellor Merz after the second bilateral meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump
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