NATO intercepts second Iranian missile in Turkey
The Turkish Ministry of Defense stated on Monday that NATO destroyed an Iranian missile launched into Turkish airspace and deployed six F-16 fighter jets in northern Cyprus.
The Turkish Ministry of Defense stated on Monday: "A ballistic missile launched from Iran entered Turkish airspace and was intercepted by NATO air defense and missile defense forces stationed locally. The missile fragments fell into fields near Gaziantep, with no casualties."
The Turkish Ministry of Defense added: "We reiterate that we will not hesitate to take all necessary measures against any actions threatening our territory and airspace."
Last Wednesday, the first missile launched by Iran toward Turkish airspace was destroyed.
Subsequently, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned Iran on Saturday, "This may be an isolated incident, but if it happens again, we advise you to remain highly vigilant. No one in Iran should take any risks."
Additionally, the Turkish Ministry of Defense: 6 F-16 fighters have been deployed to Cyprus.
After the British airbase in Cyprus was attacked by an Iranian drone a few days ago, the Turkish Ministry of Defense said today on March 9 that it had deployed six F-16 fighter jets to northern Cyprus as a security measure.
The Turkish Ministry of Defense stated in its statement that, given recent developments in the region, six F-16 fighter jets and air defense systems have been deployed to northern Cyprus and Turkey.
Source: rfi
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