ASELSAN's GÖKALP Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Prevention System successfully neutralized a target drone during a demonstration at the Oğulbey Technology Base. The system integrates AURA radar and DRONEDEF command-and-control software, delivering mobility and cost-effectiveness in drone defense operations.

Germany has signed a contract for the integration of the IRIS-T SLM air defense system onto its F125-class frigates. The agreement between Diehl Defence and the Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support Federal Office (BAAINBw) covers system adaptation and firing tests.

Turkish defense and electronics company ASELSAN is pursuing partnerships with Japan on air defense systems and underwater unmanned vehicles as part of its expansion strategy into Asian markets. The company's CEO aims to leverage operational data to enter regional markets.

ASELSAN and the Defense Industry Agency signed additional contracts worth a total of 1 billion 8 million 500 thousand euros for the Long-Range Air Defense System serial production projects.

The US Missile Defense Agency is accelerating development of the Maverick air defense missile designed to counter hypersonic threats. The system will undergo testing in 2027 and serve as an interim solution until the Glide Phase Interceptor program becomes operational in 2030.

After years of political obstacles, France appears to have softened its stance on potential sales of the SAMP/T air defense system—jointly developed with Italy—to Turkey. Following discussions between Macron and Meloni, negotiations may advance to a more concrete phase.

Defense Minister Yaşar Güler announced that Turkey is evaluating the potential acquisition of Patriot air defense systems from the United States and Franco-Italian SAMP-T platforms to strengthen its air defense capabilities. Ankara emphasized its openness to cooperation involving technology transfer and joint production arrangements.

Under the memorandum of understanding signed within the scope of SAHA 2026, MKE's TOLGA Close-Range Air Defense System was successfully integrated into the 6×6 unmanned ground vehicle KATICA developed by Hungarian company HT Division.