Turkey

Indonesia May Join Turkey’s Kaan Fighter Program
Turkey’s Kaan fighter could be well on its way to becoming a collaborative project.

Will Turkey Deploy Its Russian-Made S-400 Air-Defense System in Syria?
Ankara has been negotiating with the new Syrian provisional government to take control of the base, where it could be in a better position to engage ISIS (Islamic State) forces...

How Turkey Could Destroy Israel’s Air Corridor Over Syria
The Turkish military is deploying anti-aircraft weapons to the former Syrian Army airbases at Palmyra and Menagh—seemingly in an attempt to disrupt future Israeli attempts to strike at Iran.

Israel Strikes Syrian Airbases In a Message to Turkey’s Erdogan
Israel is increasing its attacks in Syria, drawing Turkey into a potential battle for influence and control.

Turkish T129 ATAK Helicopters Would Boost the Somali Air Force
The T129 ATAK is an all-weather multirole twin-engine attack helicopter based on the Agusta A129 Mangusta platform.

Turkey Blasts Off with New SOM-J Cruise Missile
The SOM-J missile’s modular design and significant range make it an attractive prospect on the international market.

Canada and Portugal May Pass on the F-35, but Germany and Turkey Are In
Germany remains committed to adopting the F-35 from the United States amidst the new rifts within the NATO alliance. Turkey may also be on track for new F-35s.

Understanding Turkey’s Role in the Russia-Ukraine War
Turkey sees the conflict as a test case for its ability to act independently of both Russia and the West while shaping major geopolitical outcomes. On the chessboard of Middle...

Turkey’s Atmaca Anti-Ship Cruise Missile Takes Flight
Turkey’s Atmaca (“Hawk”) anti-ship cruise missile is part of the country’s growing push to rely on domestic systems rather than foreign-produced technologies.

GOKBERK: This New Turkish System Is Using Lasers to Bring Down Drones
Designated as GOKBERK, the advanced system uses laser and electronic warfare to counter UAVs.

Is Turkey Playing Both Sides of Sudan’s Civil War?
Ankara’s involvement in Sudan indicates its foreign policy is bereft of any values and willing to ignore sanctions intended to deter continued bloodshed.

Baykar’s AKINCI Drone Showcases Turkey’s Rise to Power
The AKINCI program’s goal is to create an advanced UCAV capable of performing missions traditionally reserved for manned fighter jets.