Reports of missile interceptions and sirens near Incirlik air base in Turkey

On March 13, 2026, around 03:25 local time, air raid sirens sounded for approximately five minutes near the NATO-utilized Incirlik air base in Adana, Turkey. While social media circulated videos of a burning object in the sky, Turkish authorities have provided conflicting and partial information regarding the nature of the event. The Turkish Ministry of National Defence previously reported that NATO air defense systems deployed in the Eastern Mediterranean intercepted a ballistic missile fired from Iran that entered Turkish airspace. Some local media outlets reported this as the third such incident within ten days, though these claims remain unconfirmed by official government sources. Prosecutors in Turkey have launched an investigation into social media posts regarding the incident, citing concerns over misinformation and public panic. The United States previously closed its consulate in Adana and urged citizens to leave the region due to rising security concerns. Iran has reportedly denied launching any missiles toward Turkish territory despite the reported interceptions. There have been no reports of casualties or physical damage resulting from these incidents.