Türkiye successfully counters regional threats and challenges
Türkiye is closely analyzing developments on Cyprus and in the wider region, as well as their potential implications, Turkish Defense Minister Yaşar Güler said.
Turkish Ministry of Defense
Türkiye seeks buyer for S-400
Türkiye is engaged in talks concerning third countries over the future of its Russian-made S-400 missile defense systems, Turkish Minister of National Defense Yasar Guler said.
Missile launched from Iran intercepted over Turkey - Ankara
A ballistic missile have been intercepted in Turkey’s airspace, believed to have been launched from Iran, the Turkish Defense Ministry said.
Iran respects Turkey's territorial integrity - envoy
Iran’s ambassador to Ankara Mohammad Hassan Habibollahzadeh has emphasized that Iran bears no responsibility for the recent missile incidents in Turkish airspace and is currently awaiting the findings of a joint investigation.
Patriot system deployed to Malatya due to regional tensions - Turkish Defense Ministry
A Patriot air defense system has been deployed to the Turkish eastern province of Malatya under NATO cooperation to strengthen the country’s airspace protection amid heightened regional tensions, the Turkish Defense Ministry said.
Türkiye intercepts Iranian missile
A missile launched from Iranian territory was successfully intercepted over Türkiye. Ankara underscored the necessity of preventing the escalation of conflict in the region.
Fighter jet crashes in Turkey at night
A Turkish F-16 fighter jet crashed in western Balikesir province early Wednesday, killing its pilot, according to the Turkish Ministry of National Defense.
Ankara warns of territorial threats to Syria from SDF
Türkiye said the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) continue to advocate decentralization and federalism and have not taken steps to integrate into Syria’s central authority, warning that the approach threatens the country’s territorial integrity and stability.
Türkiye monitors Black Sea security - Ankara
Turkey is actively implementing measures to address emerging threats in the Black Sea region, the Turkish Defense Ministry reported.
Bodies of all victims of Turkish plane crash recovered
The Turkish National Defense Ministry said that the body of the 20th soldier who perished in a military cargo plane crash …
Turkish Defense Minister holds phone talks with Azerbaijani and Georgian counterparts
Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler discussed search and rescue efforts with his Georgian and Azerbaijani counterparts after a Turkish military cargo plane crashed on the Georgia-Azerbaijan border.
Türkiye announces number of military personnel aboard the crashed C-130
The Turkish Ministry of Defense has announced the number of personnel aboard the C-130 military transport aircraft that crashed near the Georgian-Azerbaijani border on Tuesday.
Turkish Defense Minister arrives in Azerbaijani capital
Turkish Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler arrived in Azerbaijan to participate in events dedicated to November 8 - Victory Day, the Turkish Ministry of National Defense said.
Turkish Defense Minister assures Azerbaijan of eternal brotherhood
The heroic soldiers of the glorious Azerbaijani army waged a valiant struggle to liberate Karabakh from occupation, Turkish Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler said at a reception organized to mark Victory Day and National Flag Day celebrated in Azerbaijan on November 8-9.
Turkey ready for peacekeeping role in Gaza
Turkey's Ministry of National Defense has announced its readiness to participate in a peacekeeping mission in the Gaza Strip. Ankara is maintaining contacts with other parties involved in the peace process.
Türkiye launches naval exercises in three seas
The Turkish Navy launched exercises in three seas yesterday. They will continue until the end of this week.
Türkiye appoints new Chief of General Staff
Türkiye has appointed Selçuk Bayraktaroğlu, the current Commander of the Land Forces, as the new Chief of the General Staff.
Baku and Ankara sign MoU on strengthening mutual military security
Azerbaijan's Minister of Defense Zakir Hasanov met with Türkiye's Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler within the visit to Istanbul on the occasion of the 17th International Defence Industry Fair, the Azerbaijani Defense Ministry's press service reported.
Turkish and Iranian Defense Ministers discuss bilateral cooperation
Turkish Defense Minister Yaşar Güler and his Iranian counterpart Aziz Nasirzadeh held a telephone conversation today to discuss regional security and defense cooperation.
Turkish Defense Ministry congratulates Azerbaijan on Armed Forces Day
The Turkish Ministry of National Defense congratulated Azerbaijan on the occasion of the Armed Forces Day, the ministry said.
