Delays in the production of Russia’s strategic bombers and civilian aircraft have triggered a major crisis within the defense industry. Management changes and growing legal disputes highlight the scale of the problem.

Greek Cypriot media claimed that Turkey deployed HİSAR air defense systems in the TRNC, raising concerns over shifting military balances in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkey’s indigenous air platforms HÜRKUŞ, HÜRJET and ANKA III are entering a new phase focused on serial production and deliveries. TUSAŞ aims to turn export success into operational capability starting in 2026.

NATO’s procurement agency NSPA selected ASELSAN to supply Mode-5 compliant IFF systems for MANPADS under a three-year framework agreement.

STM successfully tested 20 KARGU loitering munitions in a live-fire swarm scenario, marking Türkiye’s first operational test of swarm UAVs using real ammunition.

Developed by UAVERA Havacılık Sistemleri A.Ş., the Çağatay VTOL UAV stands out with its indigenous design, autonomous capabilities, and versatile mission profile for both military and civilian use.

Ethiopia officially announced the purchase of Russian-made Orion-E unmanned aerial vehicles. This deal marks the first confirmed export sale of Russia’s Orion UAV system.

Türkiye’s first indigenous jet trainer aircraft HÜRJET successfully completed cold weather and high-altitude tests in Erzurum, proving its readiness for serial production and full operational capability.