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NATO Considers Boosting Turkey's Defenses After Iranian Missile Launches

Published March 16, 2026, 17:13
NATO Considers Boosting Turkey's Defenses After Iranian Missile Launches

NATO is considering strengthening Turkey's anti-ballistic defenses following three missile launches from Iran. An anti-missile defense system is already deployed in eastern Turkey, and the addition of another Patriot system to protect an airbase housing US forces is being considered. This move comes after incidents of intercepting missiles and is seen as a test of NATO's ability to respond to threats. Additionally, bolstering the Incirlik airbase with PAC-3 missiles is under consideration.