NATO air defences have shot down an Iranian missile over Turkey as Tehran continues to launch strikes across the Middle East.

In a statement, Turkey Ministry of Defence said: "A ballistic munition launched from Iran and entering Turkish airspace was neautralized by NATO air and missile defence assets deployed in Eastern Mediterranean. All necessary measures are being taken decisively and without hesitation against and threat directed at our country's territory and airspace. Consultations are being conducted with the relevant country to clarify all aspects of the incidents.

"All developments in the region are being closely monitored and assessed with national security as the foremost priority."

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