New prototypes of Türkiye’s National Combat Aircraft KAAN have been unveiled for structural and flight testing. The development marks a major milestone toward serial production.

Production of TÜRKSAT 7A is set to begin in 2026 following the completion of its design phase. The satellite will enhance Türkiye’s communications capacity with advanced, software-defined payload technology.

Developed by MKE, the kamikaze USV PİRANA features a 200-nautical-mile range and a 100 kg warhead. It is set to enter service this year, with export contracts expected in 2026.

ASELSAN Konya unveiled its indigenous MAKS40 40 mm Automatic Grenade Launcher abroad for the first time at WDS 2026 in Riyadh, highlighting its lightweight design and smart ammunition capability.

ROKETSAN signed strategic agreements in Riyadh during World Defense Show 2026 for joint production of cruise missiles and anti-tank missile systems in Saudi Arabia.

At World Defence Show 2026 in Riyadh, KAAN, J-35A, KF-21 and F-35 appeared side by side. Chinese media highlighted Türkiye and South Korea’s stronger presence at the event.

The Turkish Armed Forces will conduct live-fire drills with Bayraktar TB3 UCAVs over the Baltic Sea during NATO’s Steadfast Dart 2026 exercise, managed from TCG Anadolu.

Türkiye is participating in NATO’s Steadfast Dart 2026 exercise in Germany with 2,000 troops from the 66th Mechanized Infantry Brigade.