Poland, Türkiye Advance Strategic Ammunition Production Partnership
Ankara and Warsaw Strengthen Defence-Industrial Cooperation Poland and Türkiye have taken another step toward deepening their strategic defence partnership, with a particular focus on advanced ammunition production technologies. On August 6, 2025, Poland’s Deputy Minister of National Defense Pawel Bejda met with Turkish Ambassador Rauf Alp Denktas in Warsaw to discuss cooperation in manufacturing 120mm […]
Baykar Opens First Anatolian Factory in Samsun
Strategic Expansion to the Black Sea Turkish defence giant Baykar has announced plans to open its first production facility in the Anatolian region, selecting Samsun—a key Black Sea port city—as the site for the high-tech investment. “This new investment will bring high-tech manufacturing capabilities and high-quality jobs to Samsun. The Black Sea region will become […]
China’s Nuclear Arsenal Expansion
China’s rapid buildup of nuclear weapons—estimated at nearly 600 warheads—raises urgent strategic implications for global defense planning. Current Arsenal and Accelerated Buildup Independent assessments—including the Federation of American Scientists (FAS) and Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)—estimate China possesses approximately 600 nuclear warheads as of early 2025. Since 2020, its stockpile has nearly tripled, marking […]
Lockheed Unveils Hub for Golden Dome Command Systems
The Lockheed Martin team has launched a prototyping hub aimed at developing Golden Dome command systems, a critical layer of the homeland missile-defense network. This initiative leverages real-world testing environments to rapidly align command-and-control capabilities across both land and space domains. A Rapid Response Hub Takes Shape Within just 36 days, the company stood up the […]
Army’s 2026 Counter‑Drone Laser Competition
The U.S. Army is gearing up to host its 2026 competition for a counter‑drone laser system under the Enduring High Energy Laser initiative. This strategic move marks the transition from prototypes toward scalable, combat-ready directed‑energy solutions. It also highlights the crucial synergy between technology development and space superiority funding. From Prototype to Scalable Capability Over […]
Space Superiority Requires Investment
The U.S. Space Force has a clearly defined mission: to ensure freedom of movement in space while denying adversaries the same. However, despite rising geopolitical threats and increasing reliance on space-based assets, current budget allocations remain misaligned with strategic goals. In an August 7, 2025, op‑ed, defense expert Shawn Barnes argues that the United States […]
Why U.S. Navy Shipbuilding Must Stay Domestic
Amid mounting geopolitical tensions and a rapidly expanding Chinese naval fleet, the U.S. Navy faces a significant challenge: how to increase warship production without overloading its already strained industrial base. South Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Heavy Industries recently offered to build up to five Aegis-equipped destroyers annually for the U.S. Navy—at one-third the cost and […]
Northrop Grumman Reveals Bold F/A-XX Concept
Northrop Grumman has released concept art of its sixth-generation F/A-XX fighter jet, part of the U.S. Navy’s Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program. The image briefly appeared in a corporate video before being replaced, offering a rare glimpse into the company’s vision for future naval aviation. Inside the F/A-XX Concept Design The artwork shows a […]
AI-Driven Biothreats: Can Artificial Intelligence Secure America?
Artificial intelligence is transforming both the **risk landscape** and the **defensive toolkit** for national security. As the world confronts mounting threats from biological and chemical weapons, AI is emerging as both a potential enabler and a critical line of defense. The recent surge in AI capabilities has forced governments, defense industries, and policy makers to […]
Turkish Defense Industry Powers Europe’s Rearmament
Strategic Momentum: Türkiye’s Rising Defense Profile As geopolitical uncertainty reshapes European defense priorities, Türkiye’s defense industry is rapidly gaining global recognition. Defense exports rose from $2.3 billion in 2020 to over $7.1 billion in 2024, fueled by cost-effective, combat-proven systems and a strong push for indigenous innovation. A 2024 report by the Stockholm International Peace […]
Pakistan and Türkiye Conclude First Amphibious Naval Drill
The Pakistan Navy and Turkish Navy have successfully completed their first-ever Pakistan-Türkiye amphibious naval drill. This exercise marked a new era in maritime defence cooperation and operational coordination. It also highlighted a growing strategic partnership and a mutual commitment to regional stability. Strengthening Joint Maritime Capabilities According to a statement from the Directorate General Public […]
Drone-Enabled Maneuver Warfare
Introduction: When Technology Outpaces Doctrine Throughout history, decisive victory has often remained elusive when technological advances outpaced military doctrine. During World War I, Germany’s Schlieffen Plan envisioned a swift victory, only to face stalemates caused by machine guns, artillery, and fortified trench systems. Tanks appeared by 1916 as potential antidotes, yet without coordinated doctrine, tactical […]
Kirpi MRAP in Ukraine: From Syria to the Front Lines
A Turkish MRAP with a Dual Legacy The Turkish-designed Kirpi armored vehicle has seen two very different wars. Once trusted by Russian commanders during joint patrols in Syria, the same vehicle is now rolling through Ukrainian forests, shielding troops from Russian fire. Developed by BMC Defence in response to rising demand for mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) […]
ASELSAN Reports Strong H1 2025 Financial Results
Türkiye’s leading defense electronics company, ASELSAN, posted strong H1 2025 results, highlighting rising demand in core military sectors and growing export activity. The company reported 53.7 billion Turkish Lira ($1.3 billion) in revenue during the first six months of the year, marking an 11.3% real increase compared to 2024. ASELSAN Revenue Surges with Expanding Defense […]
Shield AI’s V-BAT Clears U.S. Coast Guard Operational Evaluation
Shield AI confirmed that its V-BAT 5.3 unmanned aircraft system (UAS) passed the U.S. Coast Guard’s Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E) with a 100% score. Over four days aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Midgett, the platform met all Key Performance Parameters and Key System Attributes. This success opens the way for full-scale deployment under a […]
Combat Ready Kizilelma UCAV Enters Mass Production in Türkiye
Türkiye’s defense sector has reached a major milestone with the Bayraktar Kizilelma UCAV entering mass production. Developed by Baykar, this next-generation uncrewed fighter jet will join the Turkish Armed Forces inventory in 2026. The program strengthens Türkiye’s leadership in unmanned combat aviation and highlights its rapid rise in aerospace innovation. Kizilelma UCAV: A Milestone for […]
“Expeditionary Foundry” Pioneers 3D-Printed Battlefield Logistics
The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) has launched “The Forge,” a first-of-its-kind expeditionary foundry delivering rapid 3D-printed solutions for mission-critical military components. This capability strengthens operational readiness by replacing vital parts—from artillery brackets to autonomous resupply vessels—within hours, reducing reliance on lengthy supply chains. Revolutionizing Military Supply Chains with Additive Manufacturing The Forge eliminates long wait […]
The Marines Release First Official Drone-Fighting Handbook
Marines Standardize Small Drone Warfare Tactics The U.S. Marine Corps has officially entered a new era of drone warfare with the publication of its first Small UAS/Counter-small UAS Integration Handbook. This 90-page manual, released in June 2025, is the first standardized doctrinal guide dedicated to the employment of small drones and counter-drone tactics within Marine […]
ALPİN-2 Unmanned Helicopter Unveiled
Titra Technology, a subsidiary of Pasifik Technology, introduced three new UAV solutions at IDEF 2025: the ALPİN-2 unmanned helicopter, SEYYAH Visual Navigation System, and PARS VTOL UAV. This unveiling demonstrated Türkiye’s continued investment in advanced autonomous aerial platforms for defence operations. ALPİN-2: Next-Generation Cargo UAV The second-generation ALPİN-2 unmanned helicopter builds on Türkiye’s first cargo-oriented […]
Unleashing the Power of Swarm Technology in Modern Warfare
The Rise of Swarm Technology in Defence and Aerospace Swarm technology has emerged as a transformative force in modern military operations, reshaping the future of combat strategies across air, land, sea, and cyberspace. Inspired by nature’s collective intelligence—observed in organisms like bees, ants, and certain bird species—this technology enables multiple autonomous entities to collaborate dynamically, […]