The Turkish Armed Forces showcased a comprehensive range of capabilities during the Fire Free-2026 Exercise held in Polatlı, demonstrating unmanned systems, electronic warfare assets, and precision strike capabilities. The exercise featured next-generation munitions and weapon systems in integrated operations.

Turkey's defense and aerospace sector exports increased 10.7% year-over-year in September, reaching $634 million. Annualized exports approached $11 billion, with nine-month exports up 15.6% to $6.92 billion.

Teknofest Southeast in Şanlıurfa showcases a full-scale mock-up of Turkey's KAAN fighter jet alongside indigenous defense platforms including Bayraktar TB2 and Akıncı. The five-day festival combines advanced technology exhibitions with educational activities and celebrates the region's cultural heritage.

Türkiye's premier technology and aerospace event, Teknofest, launched its 15th edition in Şanlıurfa. Running from September 30 to October 4, the event will showcase domestic defense platforms and aerial demonstrations to thousands of visitors.

South Korea's Ambassador to Ankara, Boo Sukjong, emphasized the significant potential for deepening defense cooperation between the two nations, positioning KAAN fighter jets, unmanned aerial vehicles, and maritime platforms as strategic pillars of bilateral defense collaboration.

The head of Turkey's Defense Industry Agency stated that the Turkish defense sector stands ready to be one of the main forces behind the industrial transformation NATO requires, speaking at the NATO Defense Industry Forum in Ankara ahead of the alliance's summit.

The Presidency of Defense Industries announced that Turkey's annualized defense and aerospace exports exceeded $11 billion for the first time, reaching 514.86 billion Turkish lira. June exports reached $802.8 million, marking a 29.6% year-over-year increase.

Turkish defense technology pioneer Baykar achieved $2.2 billion in exports during 2025, maintaining its position as the global leader in armed unmanned aerial vehicle exports. The company generated 88 percent of its total revenue from international sales.