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NATO Intercepts Iran Missile Amid Rising Tensions in Turkey

3/13/2026

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On March 13, 2026, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization intercepted a ballistic missile launched by Iran toward Turkey, the third such incident in ten days.
The Turkish Defense Ministry said it would defend Turkish airspace.
Iran denied targeting Turkey, while attacks continue against Israel and Gulf states.
Reports indicate Iran's missile and drone stockpiles are dwindling.
Turkey deployed U.S. Patriot systems to bolster its air defenses.

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On March 13, 2026, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization intercepted a ballistic missile launched by Iran toward Turkey, the third such incident in ten days.
The Turkish Defense Ministry said it would defend Turkish airspace.
Iran denied targeting Turkey, while attacks continue against Israel and Gulf states.
Reports indicate Iran's missile and drone stockpiles are dwindling.
Turkey deployed U.S. Patriot systems to bolster its air defenses.