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DIPLOMACY

Erdogan has suggested a prime location for talks on resolving the Ukraine conflict

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has expressed that his nation would serve as the optimal venue for new discussions aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict. This remark was made during a meeting with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky on Tuesday, who was notably absent from the prominent Russian-US talks occurring simultaneously in Saudi Arabia. “Our country is well-suited to host potential negotiations involving Russia, Ukraine, and … Continue reading Erdogan has suggested a prime location for talks on resolving the Ukraine conflict

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio waves as he departs Israel for Saudi Arabia, at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, Israel.
DIPLOMACY

Rubio reaches Saudi Arabia ahead of discussions with Russia aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to arrive in Saudi Arabia on Monday for anticipated discussions with Russian officials aimed at resolving Moscow’s nearly three-year conflict in Ukraine. These talks follow a recent phone conversation between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, during which Trump instructed senior officials to initiate negotiations to end the war, a commitment he made during his … Continue reading Rubio reaches Saudi Arabia ahead of discussions with Russia aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict

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A Bayraktar Akinci unmanned combat drone is pictured at SAHA EXPO Defence & Aerospace Exhibition in Istanbul, Turkey.
DEFENCE

Turkish government secures naval and drone agreements during its visit to Asia

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan‘s recent visit to Asia has resulted in several defense cooperation agreements aimed at enhancing business opportunities for Turkish defense firms. Earlier this week, Erdoğan traveled to Malaysia and Indonesia before proceeding to Pakistan. He was joined by Foreign Affairs Minister Hakan Fidan, National Defense Minister Yaşar Güler, Industry and Technology Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacır, Agriculture and Forestry Minister İbrahim Yumaklı, and … Continue reading Turkish government secures naval and drone agreements during its visit to Asia

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DEFENCE

United States Exhibits Contrasting Approaches to F-35 Sales for S-400 Users Turkey and India

The United States’ decision to provide India with the advanced fifth-generation F-35 Lightning II fighter jets starkly illustrates its evident “Double Standards.” This move by Washington serves as a prominent example of the superpower’s inconsistency in foreign policy and military partnerships, despite its denials of such discrepancies. Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced, “We will be increasing military sales to India by many billions of … Continue reading United States Exhibits Contrasting Approaches to F-35 Sales for S-400 Users Turkey and India

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K9 Thunder howitzer
DEFENCE

K9 Thunder SPH makes its debut in the UAE, featuring a locally produced 1,000 hp engine

South Korean defense leader Hanwha Defense is poised to unveil its K9 Thunder howitzer featuring a domestically produced engine for the first time. A recent announcement on its Facebook page confirmed that the new engine has successfully completed testing and boasts a power output of 1,000 horsepower. Reports from South Korea indicate that the engine has been under development for the last three years and … Continue reading K9 Thunder SPH makes its debut in the UAE, featuring a locally produced 1,000 hp engine

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Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jet with “METEOR” long range air-to-air missile
DEFENCE

Greece Raises Concerns: Turkey Allegedly Reverse Engineering METEOR Missile for GÖKHAN System

Greek defense sources have raised new concerns by claiming that Turkey is preparing to leverage its upcoming acquisition of the long-range METEOR air-to-air missile as a model to covertly develop its own indigenous GÖKHAN missile, which could significantly alter the aerial combat landscape in the region. Reports from the Greek newspaper Kathimerini indicate that Turkey’s defense sector plans to engage in reverse engineering of the … Continue reading Greece Raises Concerns: Turkey Allegedly Reverse Engineering METEOR Missile for GÖKHAN System

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TOP STORIES

Turkey and India are reportedly helping Russia obtain advanced precision weaponry technology, according to Swiss media

Moscow is secretly seeking to obtain Swiss-manufactured precision tools and other advanced technology for its military-industrial sector, despite stringent Western sanctions, as reported by the Swiss newspaper Neue Zürcher Zeitung (NZZ). As the conflict in Ukraine continues to deplete significant reserves of precision weaponry, Russia is urgently trying to restock its military supplies. A key component of this initiative involves CNC machines, which facilitate the … Continue reading Turkey and India are reportedly helping Russia obtain advanced precision weaponry technology, according to Swiss media

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DEFENCE

Turkey achieves a new milestone in defense exports

Turkey is enhancing its stature in the global defense sector, achieving record levels in exports and forging strategic alliances. During the Defense and Aerospace Industry Global Strategies Conference 2025, Haluk Görgün, Secretary of Turkish Defence Industries, announced that Turkey’s defense exports reached $7.154 billion, marking a 29% increase from the previous year. This growth underscores Turkey’s expanding influence in the international defense arena. In his … Continue reading Turkey achieves a new milestone in defense exports

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Bayraktar Akinci drone Turkey
DEFENCE

Morocco achieves notable advancements with the introduction of its first Akinci drones

Morocco has recently taken a significant step in its military modernization by receiving its inaugural shipment of Bayraktar Akinci drones from the Turkish defense company Baykar. This development, announced via the Far Maroc Forum on Facebook, represents a substantial advancement in Morocco’s defense capabilities. The Akinci drones are engineered for high-precision missions, featuring dual AI systems that allow them to remain airborne for up to … Continue reading Morocco achieves notable advancements with the introduction of its first Akinci drones

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DEFENCE

Turkey intends to establish two military installations in Syria and station F-16 fighter aircraft there

Turkey is reportedly planning to set up two military bases in Syria and deploy F-16 fighter jets as part of a developing defense agreement between Ankara and Damascus, according to unnamed sources referenced by the Turkish newspaper Türkiye. This initiative could represent a notable change in the regional military landscape, especially considering Turkey’s historical involvement in the Syrian conflict and its strategic interests in addressing … Continue reading Turkey intends to establish two military installations in Syria and station F-16 fighter aircraft there

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