Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Baghai on the 9th firmly denied that Iran had attacked Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Cyprus, calling for vigilance against "false flag" operations of framing and provocation.
At a regular press conference, he said Iran has always stressed its commitment to maintaining good relations with all neighboring countries. This is a basic principle for Iran. At the same time, when the territory of a country is used to launch attacks against Iran, Iran has the right, under international law, to respond. This should not be interpreted as a hostile act.
Baghai stated that the “projectiles” found by Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Cyprus were not launched by Iran.
He pointed out that vigilance should be kept against “false flag” operations that Israel has carried out multiple times. All countries should handle the unfolding situation cautiously, and should not rush diplomatic relations.
Turkey Issues Sincere Warning to Iran
Turkish President Erdoğan stated on the 9th that regarding Iranian ballistic missiles entering Turkish airspace, the Turkish side has issued a “sincere warning” to the Iranian side.
He also stressed that the main goal of the Turkish government is to keep the country away from the flames of war.
Earlier that day, the Turkish Ministry of Defense said that after the incident on the 4th, NATO forces deployed in the Eastern Mediterranean intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Iran that entered Turkish airspace. The debris fell in Gaziantep Province in Southeastern Turkey, causing no casualties.
In a press conference after a cabinet meeting, Erdoğan said that after the incident on the 4th, “Despite our sincere warning, some extremely erroneous and provocative acts have continued.”