The first batch of new-generation HIZIR 4×4 tactical wheeled armored vehicles developed by Katmerciler has been delivered to the Turkish Armed Forces. The NATO-standard vehicle features a 400-horsepower engine and advanced protection systems to meet operational requirements.

The indigenous Karayel assault craft, integrated into the Turkish Armed Forces inventory in December 2025, completed its first operational mission during the EFES-2026 exercise. The 17-person crew vessel conducted boarding, disembarkation, and navigation drills with amphibious naval infantry and crew personnel at Bahadır Island.

Türkiye has expanded training support for Somalia’s Gorgor Commandos to include tank operations and heavy armored vehicle use.

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.

ROKETSAN’s TAYFUN Block-2 has entered the Turkish Armed Forces inventory, strengthening Türkiye’s long-range strike and strategic deterrence capability.

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