NATO shoots down Iranian missile approaching Turkish airspace, Turkey says
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Key Points:
- NATO air and missile defense systems intercepted and shot down an Iranian ballistic missile headed toward Turkish airspace, with the missile falling in Turkey's Hatay province without causing injuries or deaths.
- The missile was detected traveling through Iraqi and Syrian airspace and was intercepted over the eastern Mediterranean Sea by NATO defenses.
- Turkey's Ministry of Defense emphasized its commitment to defending its territory and citizens while supporting regional stability, and it will continue consulting NATO and allies to prevent regional conflict escalation.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated there is no indication the incident will invoke NATO’s Article Five collective defense provision.
- NATO condemned Iran's actions, reaffirming its strong deterrence and defense posture, supported by missile defense systems including U.S.
