Otokar, part of the Koç Group, unveiled the first locally manufactured COBRA II armored vehicle in Romania at the BSDA 2026 defense industry exhibition. The first Turkish armored vehicle produced within EU borders marks the beginning of a 1,059-vehicle contract.

At the SAHA 2026 International Defense, Aviation and Space Industry Fair in Istanbul, HAVELSAN presented its newly developed unmanned ground vehicle BARKAN 3 for the first time. The vehicle, featuring 250 kilograms of payload capacity, stands out with its autonomous capabilities and integrated UAV management system.

MKE is actively participating in the EFES-2026 Exercise with a wide range of weapon systems and ammunition developed for land, air, and naval forces. The exercise features the TOLGA air defense system, BORAN light towed howitzer, and various caliber ammunition systems in operational roles.

The daytime phase of EFES-2026 Distinguished Observer Day began with Bayraktar TB3 taking off from TCG ANADOLU.

During EFES-2026’s night phase, kamikaze swarm drones, special forces, ATAK helicopters and KORKUT air defence systems successfully engaged targets.

The daytime phase of EFES-2026 Distinguished Observer Day began with Bayraktar TB3 taking off from TCG ANADOLU.

MKE-developed weapon systems and munitions are actively supporting land, air and naval elements during the EFES-2026 Exercise

The Turkish Armed Forces continue to strengthen their artillery fire support capability with indigenous systems, led by FIRTINA-2 and modernized howitzers.