"NATO will defend Bulgaria against any action by Iran," official warns
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NATO has pledged to defend Bulgaria against any Iranian action following Tehran's warnings after Bulgaria's plan to host US military aircraft. NATO's position highlights rising geopolitical tensions involving Iran, Bulgaria, and US military presence in the region.
Iran has threatened Bulgaria after the government sit aid plans to host US military aircraft. Tehran warned Sofia must not allow its territory to become a launchpad for operations against Tehran. Colonel Martin O'Donnell tells Euronews NATO is ready to defend Bulgaria should it come under attack.