In the latest Atlantic Council report, U.S. Congressman James Walkinshaw voiced strong support for Türkiye-U.S. relations, while the Steel Dome air defense system was highlighted as an example for Europe.

Greek media claimed that Türkiye’s possible deployment of F-16s to the TRNC could violate U.S. export regulations, turning the issue into a new political pressure campaign.

FPV drones were tested under harsh Arctic conditions during NATO’s Cold Response 2026 exercise in Norway. Norwegian and U.S. forces evaluated the performance of unmanned systems in reconnaissance and strike roles.

Rising missile and air defense expenditures in the war with Iran are rapidly depleting critical US munition stocks, fueling debate in Washington over cost and sustainability.

Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani said the medium-class UAVs being developed with Baykar are expected to emerge in April, addressing strong demand for European-certified drones.

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a supporting tool on the modern battlefield; it is now playing a decisive role in target detection, data analysis, and command processes. Experts say the real advantage in the new era will belong not to the side with more platforms, but to the one that can process battlefield data faster and more accurately.

BEDEX 2026 has opened in Brussels, highlighting Europe’s defense industry agenda of production, innovation and international cooperation, while emphasizing Türkiye’s growing role in defense.

The United States has approved a $930 million defense sale to Sweden, including 20 HIMARS launchers as well as GMLRS and ATACMS munitions.