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A notable increase in Turkish military flights to Pakistan between August 19-21 has raised eyebrows and concerns in India. The reason for the heightened air traffic was not immediately clear.
Türkiye's Defense Ministry has completed a year-long project, mapping 172 Turkish military cemeteries and memorials across 48 countries to document the legacy of its soldiers.
An automatic warning system was activated in the Nicosia FIR when a Boeing 737-800 passenger aircraft and a Turkish military transport aircraft came dangerously close, highlighting risks in the airspace.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will not tolerate a Turkish military presence in Syria.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visited Libya, meeting with Saddam Haftar, son of Khalifa Haftar, and Turkish military personnel at a barracks in Tripoli, marking a new era in relations.
Turkey is commemorating the 10th anniversary of the failed coup attempt against President Erdogan's government on July 15. Erdogan stated that no force can break the Turkish people, reflecting on an event that continues to shape the country.
A Turkish military doctor has filed a legal challenge after being dismissed from the armed forces, alleging she was expelled in retaliation for reporting serious health, hygiene, and safety failures affecting conscripts at a military training base.
A Turkish military aircraft will conduct an observation flight over Bosnia and Herzegovina for five days as part of an international observation mission. This mission aims to monitor the region's airspace.
Turkish military aircraft have reportedly continued their incursions into Greek airspace, with 10 violations recorded on Monday. This marks the third such engagement since the beginning of 2026, following previous incidents on March 26 and May 12.
Turkish military aircraft, including a spy plane, drones, and fighter jets, reportedly carried out multiple violations and infringements over the Aegean Sea on Wednesday.
The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced the withdrawal of Turkish military forces from Iraq, aligning with NATO's decision to conclude its mission in the country.
Turkish military teams destroyed an American unmanned surface vessel, AEGIR-W, near Ordu on the Black Sea coast after it drifted to a beach and was determined to be active and armed.
An Israeli strike on a Syrian airbase has reportedly sparked tension with Turkey and exposed post-war friction, with the Syrian Foreign Minister rejecting claims of a Turkish military base.
The Pancyprian Air Traffic Controllers Union (PASEEK) has raised concerns about continuous dangerous operations by Turkish military aircraft and drones in critical air corridors over Cyprus.
Cyprus authorities have stated that the situation is manageable after an automatic alert warned of a dangerously close proximity between a Turkish military transport aircraft and a passenger jet within the Nicosia FIR.
Israel's Defense Minister has accused Turkish President Erdogan of engaging in dangerous adventures in Syria and warned Turkey not to test Israel's resolve. This comes amid rising tensions following an Israeli attack on a Syrian airbase, which Syria's foreign minister deemed unjustified.
NATO has introduced the 'Front Door' initiative, and Turkey's Ministry of National Defense has published a guide to help domestic firms access the Alliance's 5.3 billion euro joint budget.
A former Turkish military officer, seen escorting then-intelligence chief Hakan Fidan before the 2016 coup attempt, has described being detained, threatened, and allegedly tortured.
The Turkish military partially opened its new headquarters, dubbed 'Türkiye’s Pentagon,' during the NATO summit in Ankara, showcasing the Crescent and Star compound.
A Greek MP raised concerns about a recent agreement between Turkish company Baykar and French company Safran, questioning its compatibility with the renewed Hellenic-French strategic defense partnership.
A former Turkish military officer, who was dismissed after the 2016 coup attempt and later convicted, sustained critical injuries in a workplace accident in southeastern Turkey, highlighting hardships faced by those affected by post-coup purges.
Military personnel from Libya’s eastern and western forces are participating together for the first time in the EFES-2026 Combined Joint Exercise held in Türkiye, marking a significant moment for the divided nation.
Turkish company Roketsan has released images of the first batch of its new Tayfun ballistic missiles, with an 800-kilometer range, and SOM-J anti-ship missiles, with a 300-kilometer range, destined for the Turkish military.
Reports indicate that air raid sirens were activated and explosions were heard at the Incirlik NATO base near Adana, Turkey.
Israel conducted a strike in southern Syria, with Syrian state media reporting civilian injuries and Damascus condemning the attack as a violation of international law. Israeli authorities stated they targeted a "terrorist" in the operation.
Turkey has denied sending military personnel to a Syrian air base recently hit by Israel, following warnings from Israel against Turkish involvement in 'dangerous adventures' in Syria. The exchange highlights escalating tensions between the two nations over the conflict in Syria.
The head of Mossad reportedly warned a Syrian minister about Israel's intolerance of a Turkish military buildup in Syria days before an Israeli strike on an airbase. Syria, however, denied that Turkey planned a military base and rejected Israel's justification for the attack.
Sources indicate that the head of Mossad and the Syrian foreign minister held discussions concerning Turkish military deployments prior to recent strikes, suggesting a complex regional dynamic.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's Minister of Defense is set to sign a contract with a Turkish military firm for the procurement of 10 Kangal anti-drone rifles to strengthen defense capabilities.
Turkey has rejected a non-binding European Parliament resolution concerning alleged crimes against Cypriot women and girls during the 1974 Turkish military intervention, calling the measure "null and void."
The Turkish military Mehter orchestra held a concert in Baščaršija, Sarajevo, organized by the Turkish Military Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina, attracting significant attention from citizens and tourists.
The Turkish military's 'sharp eyes' are reportedly striking targets with pinpoint accuracy, indicating ongoing military operations or exercises. The article suggests a high level of precision in their engagements.
Canada is reportedly considering the acquisition of Turkish military drones for surveillance purposes, seven years after it had imposed an export ban on parts for similar systems due to a Turkish operation in Syria.
A Turkish Air Force Airbus A400M cargo plane on a flight to Libya reportedly flew an unusual route, adding 700 extra kilometers to avoid entering the Athens Flight Information Region (FIR), drawing at
A Qatari military helicopter crash on Sunday killed seven people, including Qatari military personnel, a Turkish serviceman, and two Turkish defence company technicians. Governments across the region have expressed condolences to Qatar and Türkiye.
A Turkish military officer, Maj. Mehmet Gürler, who suffers from advanced multiple sclerosis, remains imprisoned despite two medical reports stating he is too ill to stay in custody.