During the Denizkurdu-II 2026 Exercise, the AKYA torpedo developed by ROKETSAN using national resources was successfully fired from the TCG Sakarya submarine, achieving a direct hit on the target vessel M/G Sokullu Mehmet Paşa and destroying it.

The Ministry of National Defence released a comprehensive guide enabling Turkish defense firms to access NATO's 5.3 billion euro procurement ecosystem. The "Front Door" mechanism allows companies to establish direct contact with NATO institutions for faster, more efficient engagement.

Baykar and Leonardo shared details of autonomous joint flight tests between KIZILELMA and M-346 under the K-SWARM program.

HAVELSAN will produce eight full-flight simulators and four flight training devices for Turkish Airlines’ growing pilot training infrastructure.

Baykar and Leonardo's joint venture LBA Systems unveiled the Astore Levante system at Farnborough International Airshow, combining Bayraktar TB3 capabilities with Leonardo's Astore system expertise for multi-platform operations.

France's Defense Procurement Agency approved the operational use of 68mm laser-guided rockets and TALIOS targeting pod on Rafale fighter aircraft. The system provides a cost-effective solution against kamikaze unmanned aerial vehicles.

The national rifle MPT-76 MH, manufactured at MKE's Kırıkkale Weapons Factory, has been delivered to the Land Forces Command. The next-generation weapon, lightened by approximately 500 grams, features operational capabilities designed to enhance soldier mobility and combat effectiveness.

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency successfully conducted the first test flight of its experimental reusable rocket platform. RV-X reached an altitude of 11 meters during a 40-second flight on July 11 and executed a controlled landing.