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NATO confirms intercepted Iranian missile heading to Turkey

NATO confirms intercepted Iranian missile heading to Turkey
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NATO said Monday its forces had intercepted an Iranian missile heading towards Turkey, confirming an earlier announcement by the Turkish defence ministry.

“On Monday 30 March, NATO again successfully intercepted an Iranian ballistic missile heading to” Turkey, alliance spokeswoman Allison Hart said.

“NATO is prepared for such threats and will always do what is necessary to defend all allies,” she added.

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  • For sure was heading to the American military base in Turkey. Why are you surprised? They told you so.