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.

Greece is preparing to submit a defense package worth approximately €5 billion to parliament on March 16, 2026. The package includes a multi-layered air defense system, F-16 modernization, F-35 infrastructure, C-27J support, and MEKO frigate upgrades.

ASELSAN has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Czech defense firm Excalibur International to introduce the KORKUT Air Defense System to Europe through a new joint venture.

The KORKUT 140/35 air defense system integrated onto an 8x8 tactical wheeled vehicle by ASELSAN successfully neutralized an aerial target during live-fire tests while on the move.

Another SİPER-1 system has been integrated into Türkiye’s ÇELİKKUBBE Air Defense Network. Successful live-fire tests once again confirmed its long-range interception capability.

Hanwha Systems has secured a $135.5 million contract to develop an AESA-based multi-function radar for South Korea’s Cheongung-III air and missile defense system.

Turkey has signed defense contracts worth $6.5 billion to enhance its integrated air defense system, Steel Dome. The agreements involve ASELSAN, Roketsan, and HAVELSAN, boosting the nation’s self-sufficient defense ecosystem.

During a test in Aksaray, the Hisar-O air defense system successfully destroyed its target. The Ministry of National Defense shared footage from the firing test.