Turkey boosts border security and air defences amid Iran-Israel tension

Turkey has reinforced security along its border with Iran as the conflict between Israel and Iran escalates, a Turkish Defence Ministry source told Reuters.

The official, speaking anonymously, said there had been no signs of irregular migration from across the border so far.

According to the source, Turkey is pressing ahead with efforts to build a multi-layered air and missile defence system, relying on homegrown radar and weapon technologies. The strategy aims to maintain a high level of combat readiness amid the shifting regional dynamics.

The source also noted that Turkey’s Quick Reaction Alert aircraft were deployed after Israel launched strikes on Iran. These jets have continued to patrol Turkish airspace in response to potential violations by foreign aircraft.