Belgian Defense Minister Stefaan Francken visited TUSAŞ facilities to learn about Turkish defense industry and aerospace technology initiatives. The visit included discussions on international cooperation opportunities in the defense sector.

During the EFES-2026 exercise off Urla, Izmir, Turkey's largest indigenous naval vessel TCG Anadolu successfully completed amphibious landing operations with the Bayraktar TB3 UAV, SH-70 helicopter, and naval infantry forces.

ARMELSAN SAVUNMA, a company specializing in underwater defense technologies, announced that its indigenously developed mine-hunting sonar NUSRAT-1915 has successfully completed sea trials. The system is advancing to the platform integration phase, with initial naval vessel integration expected to conclude by end of 2026.

Otokar Automotive and Defense Industry Inc. signed a 1.472 billion dollar export contract covering the supply of wheeled armored vehicles and integrated logistics support services. Vehicle deliveries will commence in 2027 and be completed within three years.