Turkey: NATO intercepts Iranian missile in airspace
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- Turkey states NATO shot down an Iranian missile heading for its airspace, marking a significant escalation.
- UN News confirms ongoing conflict across the Middle East, noting US, Israeli, and Iranian strikes.
- The incident would represent a major escalation in Iran's retaliation for US and Israeli assaults, directly involving a NATO member.
Why it matters: NATO's direct involvement in intercepting an Iranian missile signals a dangerous expansion of the Middle East conflict.
