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China’s Compound Coaxial Helicopter Prototype Breaks Cover
China

China’s Compound Coaxial Helicopter Prototype Breaks Cover

After the maiden flight of China’s tiltrotor, another high-speed rotorcraft prototype as a compound coaxial helicopter similar to S-97 made its appearance.

US Unveils Record $961.6B Defence Budget for FY2026
USA

US Unveils Record $961.6B Defence Budget for FY2026

In its FY2026 plan to oppose China's strategic posture, the Pentagon puts hypersonic missile defence, long-range deterrence, and air dominatio priorities.

Contradiction Between Objective and Method in SAFE Project
Turkiye European Union

Contradiction Between Objective and Method in SAFE Project

When looking at its aims, how it plans to use its resources, and how likely it is to work, the EU's SAFE seems to be influenced by political aspirations.

Rare Earths to Become New Pillar in US–Turkiye Relations
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Rare Earths to Become New Pillar in US–Turkiye Relations

Turkiye becomes a major NATO ally with increasing rare earth elements (REEs) potential as the US searches for substitutes for Chinese mineral supply chains.

Turkish Breeze for Meko 200 Frigates: Barbaros MLU Program
Turkiye

Turkish Breeze for Meko 200 Frigates: Barbaros MLU Program

With the Barbaros Mid-Life Upgrade Programme, Türkiye has made a significant leap forward in naval studies on the TCG Oruçreis frigate for the first time.

Turkiye’s Eurofighter Deal: Is There a Second Path?
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Turkiye’s Eurofighter Deal: Is There a Second Path?

The equation surrounding the delivery of Eurofighter aircraft that Turkiye seeks to procure remains unsolved. Which Tranche? TurDef suggests another formula.

Is the Turkish Navy Considering Nuclear Submarines?
Turkiye

Is the Turkish Navy Considering Nuclear Submarines?

In its last two issues, the Turkish Navy’s magazine explored the capabilities of nuclear-powered submarines, sparking speculation about interest in them.

NATO and EU Nations Join Türkiye’s Defence Export Routes
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NATO and EU Nations Join Türkiye’s Defence Export Routes

The Secretary of Defence Industries, Haluk Görgün, recently visited Brussels to engage in high-level discussions with NATO and European Union officials.

Turkiye Conducts the First Exercise of 2025 as a Naval One
Turkiye

Turkiye Conducts the First Exercise of 2025 as a Naval One

The Turkish Naval Forces welcomed the 2025 with an exercise. The activity took place in the Black Sea, Aegean Sea and Mediterranean Sea between 7-17 January.

Tulpar: Bangladesh's Mark on India's Policy Towards Turkiye
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Tulpar: Bangladesh's Mark on India's Policy Towards Turkiye

It is reported that India reacts Bangladesh's request to acquire Otokar-made Tulpar. India's next move concerning Bangladesh might mark a new era with Turkiye.

Trump Tests Denmark’s Reaction on Future Trans-Arctic Route
USA Denmark

Trump Tests Denmark’s Reaction on Future Trans-Arctic Route

Newly elected US President Donald Trump has shown that he has an eye on new routes emerging from the North Pole by requesting Greenland from Denmark.

Turkish Wedge for the Seas: ULAQ KAMA
Turkiye

Turkish Wedge for the Seas: ULAQ KAMA

Turkish Companies Ares Shipyard and Meteksan Defence’s joint product, the Expendable Unmanned Surface Vessel ULAQ KAMA, brings new capabilities to the seas.

Can Turkiye Build an Aircraft Carrier?
Turkiye

Can Turkiye Build an Aircraft Carrier?

The Turkish Aircraft Carrier MUGEM is currently being designed in the Project Design Office.

NATO's Red Flag Against Russia: Ramstein Flag
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NATO's Red Flag Against Russia: Ramstein Flag

The balances have changed after Russia’s attempt to invade Ukraine. NATO tries to respond with the Ramstein Flag Exercise.