NATO intercepts ballistic missiles launched from Iran toward Turkey
NATO says its defenses intercepted ballistic missiles fired from Iran and headed toward Turkey, following reports of planned attacks on US targets in Europe.
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AINATO announced that its defense systems intercepted ballistic missiles launched from Iran that were heading toward Turkey.
The alliance added that interceptions took place on four previous occasions, in response to reports that Iran intended to target US interests in Europe, according to Al Arabiya.
A NATO official previously confirmed the alliance's readiness to defend all member states against any Iranian threat, stressing NATO's commitment to protecting its members and responding to any threats to their territories.