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    Featured Turkey’s National Fighter, TFX/MMU, will roll out in 18 March 2023

    The first prototype of the TFX is planned to roll out of hangar in 18 March 2023 with and turn on its engines. The first flight is planned for two years later after ground tests have been completed. The date of 18 March is important for Turkey because it symbolizes Turkey’s independence and...
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    Turkey may need to obtain nuclear weapons - Erdogan

    These words may be dismissed as occasional talk by some, but to me these mark the start of a new era in Turkish military industry.
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    Turkey’s S-400 vs F-35 dilemma in 2019

    2019 is a big year for Turkey in terms of defence. Among other things, two important purchases are set to arrive by the end of this year; the first two F-35 jets and the first S-400 battery. It is becoming very likely that the US will try to restrict Turkey’s role in the F-35 program if it...
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    No Patriot sales to Turkey in event of S-400 purchase: US official

    No Patriot sales to Turkey in event of S-400 purchase: US official Sevil Erkuş - ANKARA The U.S. government will end the process of the Patriot sale if Turkey proceeds with the purchase of the Russian S-400 air defense systems, a senior U.S. official has told Hürriyet Daily News. “We will not...
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    US makes an offer to Turkey for the sale of Patriot missiles

    http://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/us-makes-an-offer-to-turkey-for-the-sale-of-patriot-missiles-140228 US makes an offer to Turkey for the sale of Patriot missiles ANKARA The United States has formally made an offer to Turkey for the sale of multibillion dollar Patriot air defense systems, the...
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    Turkish companies’ arms sales rose 24 percent last year

    Turkish companies’ arms sales rose 24 percent last year STOCKHOLM The arms sales of Turkish companies rose by 24 percent in 2017, according to a report released on Dec. 10 by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). “This significant increase reflects Turkey’s ambitions to...
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    Thread posting guide for foreign visitors of this forum

    This thread is aimed at people who are not active members of Turkish Defence Forum, but who show interest in the Turkish defence industry. First of all, we appreciate the enthusiasm you show towards our industry by posting replies and threads on this forum. However, sometimes new threads are...
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    Allure of Domestic Arms Drives Turkey Toward Russian Missiles

    Allure of Domestic Arms Drives Turkey Toward Russian Missiles July 19, 2018 11:56 AM Dorian Jones FILE - Russian S-400 air defense missile systems are on display during a rehearsal for the Victory Day military parade in Red Square in Moscow, Russia, May 7, 2017. See comments ISTANBUL —...
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    Spotlight: Major contracts with Pakistan suggest revival of Turkey's defense industry: expert

    ANKARA, July 16 (Xinhua) -- Turkey's defense industry has clinched major export deals with Pakistan recently, which are expected to mobilize Turkey's domestic market at a tough time of the NATO country's economy. Last week, Turkey and Pakistan inked a deal on the sale of 30 Turkish-made T129...
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    Rouhani vs Ahmadinejad?

    I wonder how people of Iran compare the two leaders. From outside it looks like Ahmadinejad advanced the defence industry in Iran but ignored most other things. Rouhani on the other hand, is working towards social reforms but the defence industry is put to sleep during his time. Of course this...
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    Turkish economy grows 7.4 percent in first quarter of 2018

    Turkish economy grows 7.4 percent in first quarter of 2018 ISTANBUL Details to come… Source: hürriyet daily news
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    Will Turkey receive F-35 Joint Strike Fighters from The USA?

    Just curious about your opinions. Will Turkey receive the f35 fighters or will the US block its sale to Turkey?
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    Turkey jockeys with China for influence in Africa

    Turkey jockeys with China for influence in Africa From railways to diplomacy, Ankara looks to extend its geostrategic reach AKIHIRO SANO, Nikkei staff writerMay 12, 2018 21:53 JST Workers put the finishing touches on a railway in Kombolcha, in northern Ethiopia. The line is being built by...
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    TANAP project to enter into service in June

    TANAP project to enter into service in June: Turkish minister BURSA The Trans-Anatolian Natural Gas Pipeline (TANAP) project will enter into service as of June 12, Energy and Natural Resources Minister Berat Albayrak said on May 11. “The opening ceremony will be held with the attendance of...
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    Turkey pledges to meet natos 2 percent defense spending guideline

    http://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkey-pledges-to-meet-natos-2-percent-defense-spending-guideline-by-2024-128203
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    Business insider lists Turkish military as the 8th strongest in the world

    http://www.businessinsider.com/most-powerful-militaries-in-the-world-ranked-2018-2
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    Japan, Turkey agree to start security dialogue next month

    Japan, Turkey agree to start security dialogue next month Dec. 29 06:05 am JST 8 Comments ANKARA Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono and Turkish counterpart Mevlut Cavusoglu agreed Thursday to hold the first round of a bilateral security dialogue late next month. The director-level meeting...
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    US arms company to sell air-to-air missiles to various countries including Turkey: Pentagon

    US arms company to sell air-to-air missiles to various countries including Turkey: Pentagon WASHINGTON - Reuters The U.S. arms manufacturing company Raytheon Co has been awarded a $634 million contract for Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles, the Pentagon said on Dec. 28. It said the...
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    Erdoğan says Sudan agreed to give island to Turkey for rebuilding to boost umrah tourism upon his re

    Erdoğan says Sudan agreed to give island to Turkey for rebuilding to boost umrah tourism upon his request KHARTOUM – Anadolu Agency President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on Dec. 25 that his Sudanese counterpart agreed to temporarily hand over Suakin Island to Turkey for reconstruction purposes...
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    Russia finalizes S-400 missile system deal with Turkey

    Russia finalizes S-400 missile system deal with Turkey MOSCOW Russia said on Dec. 21 that it had completed negotiations with Turkey for the sale of an S-400 air defense missile system, with delivery scheduled for late 2019. "Practically speaking, the contract is entering the phase of...

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