EFES 2026: Turkiye to NATO? or NATO to Turkiye? / Chapter III
The Turkish Armed Forces completed the Efes 2026 Exercise. Turkish defence industry product weapons and systems were extensively used during the operation.
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EFES 2026: Turkiye to NATO? or NATO to Turkiye? / Chapter-II
The Turkish Armed Forces completed the Efes 2026 Exercise. Turkish defence industry product weapons and systems were extensively used during the operation.
EFES 2026: Turkiye to NATO? or NATO to Turkiye? / Chapter-I
The Turkish Armed Forces completed the Efes 2026 Exercise. Turkish defence industry product weapons and systems were extensively used during the operation.
Türkiye’s Defence Industry’s Strategic Roadmap and future
Türkiye’s defence industry expanded rapidly over two decades, but some issues such as engine dependency, R&D imbalance and brain drain still threaten autonomy.
Sudanese Air Force AKINCI UCAV Shoots Down Enemy Aircraft
A Sudanese Air Force AKINCI UCAV self-recorded shooting down an enemy jet-powered aircraft, using what appears to be a short-range air-to-air missile.
Mad Max era: Food wars reshape global security order
Food insecurity, driven by conflict, energy shocks and climate pressure, is fast emerging as a defining factor in global security and geopolitical instability.
TB2 vs Heron: Japan faces critical ISR strategy choice
Japan’s search for a new UAV, centred on TB2 and Heron Mk II, reflects a shift in ISR doctrine as it adapts to China’s growing presence in the Western Pacific.
France Exit Hits Eurodrone as Battlefield Reality Shifts
France exits Eurodrone as battlefield realities expose the limits of MALE UAVs, highlighting a deeper mismatch between European programmes and modern warfare.
Tomahawks Keep War at a Distance — Until Stocks Run Out
Heavy use of Tomahawk cruise missiles raises concerns in D.C. that America’s stand-off war model could collapse if precision missile stocks begin to tighten.
Exploring Iran’s Electric Shaheed-101 Kamikaze UAV Variant
Iran launched a new variant of its Shaheed-101 kamikaze UAV, fitted with a tractor propeller powered by an electric motor and RATO as a different approach.
NATO Highlights Turkiye as a Key Player at Steadfast Dart
Promotion of Turkiye’s contribution to the multi-national Steadfast Dart 2026 exercise in NATO releases point to the elevating role in Europe’s defence.
Germany’s FCAS fault line reopens after Enders warning
Tom Enders’ criticism of Germany’s FCAS partnership exposes unresolved industrial tensions and raises fresh questions over the programme’s strategic direction.
KAAN Enters the Next Phase of Tests with New Prototypes
The awaited testing phase for the KAAN fighter jet with more rigorous tests is about to start in 2026, with the unveiling of the two new prototypes, P1 and P2.
Istif Frigate Export Debate: Crisis or Opportunity?
Turkish MoD says the Istif MoU is not binding, yet debate continues over fleet targets, timelines and whether replacement frigates will be clearly committed.
