Adana’s in the headlines as NATO boosts Patriot defense in response to Iranian missiles—Incirlik Air Base’s U.S. presence stays central. Population: ~1.8M in Adana province.
NATO has intercepted and neutralised a ballistic missile launched from Iran that was detected passing through Iraqi and Syrian airspace and heading toward Turkish airspace on 4 March 2026. Turkey has reported debris falling in Hatay province, no casualties, and is consulting with NATO while warning Tehran against escalation.