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NATO 'strong and effective,' prepared to defend all allies, says official in Iran threat response

From Jerusalem Post · () English

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  • A NATO official stated the alliance is prepared to defend all allies and address any threat.
  • The statement came in response to a report suggesting Iran considered attacking U.S. military targets in Europe.
  • The official highlighted NATO's strong and effective deterrence, citing past interceptions of missiles aimed at Turkey.

A NATO official affirmed on Wednesday that the alliance remains prepared to confront any threat and will take necessary actions to safeguard all its members. This declaration was made in response to inquiries regarding a Financial Times report. The report alleged that Iran had contemplated targeting U.S. military installations in Europe should former President Donald Trump escalate the ongoing conflict.

"As demonstrated earlier this year when NATO air defenses successfully intercepted ballistic missiles heading to Turkey from Iran on four separate occasions, our deterrence and defense posture is strong and effective," the official stated. This assertion underscores NATO's readiness and capability to respond to potential aggressions.

The official's remarks emphasize NATO's robust defense mechanisms and its commitment to collective security. The reference to past successful interceptions highlights the alliance's operational effectiveness in deterring and countering threats in the region.

As demonstrated earlier this year when NATO air defenses successfully intercepted ballistic missiles heading to Turkey from Iran on four separate occasions, our deterrence and defense posture is strong and effective.

— NATO officialThe official's statement highlighting NATO's defense capabilities in response to potential threats from Iran.
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