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Chinese Sanctions Threaten US–Korea Naval Ties

South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) chief Seok Jong-gun warned this week that Chinese sanctions targeting Hanwha Ocean’s US-based shipbuilding affiliates could eventually affect the US-Korea naval cooperation project known as MASGA (Make American Shipbuilding Great Again). During a National Assembly defense committee hearing Thursday, Seok acknowledged that while there is no immediate impact, […]

Britain Confirms Delivery Of C-130J Hercules Aircraft to Türkiye

Britain has confirmed the transfer of 12 retired Royal Air Force C-130J Hercules aircraft to Turkiye through a bilateral arrangement involving maintenance and modernization by a private company. A Ministry of Defence spokesperson confirmed that the C-130J Hercules aircraft have been transferred under an agreement with Turkiye, emphasizing the strong defense relationship and years of […]

Germany, Turkiye’s to Discuss Eurofighter Jet Deal

Germany has agreed to enter negotiations with Turkiye over potential deliveries of Eurofighter jets, marking a significant policy shift that could enhance Turkiye’s air force modernization efforts. A Foreign Ministry spokesperson confirmed Wednesday that the German government responded positively to a preliminary request from Airbus to negotiate the delivery of Eurofighter jets to Turkiye, emphasizing […]

Hanwha Joins GA-ASI to Build Tactical Unmanned Aircraft

South Korean Hanwha Aerospace has signed a comprehensive joint development agreement with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) to co-develop and co-produce the Gray Eagle STOL unmanned aircraft system, marking a significant expansion of international tactical drone manufacturing capabilities. The partnership announced during the AUSA 2025 exhibition in Washington, D.C., will see both companies collaborating […]

Turkiye’s Test-Fires Indigenous SOM-J Cruise Missile Successfully

Turkiye has achieved a significant milestone in its defense industry development with the successful test launch of its indigenous SOM-J cruise missile, Industry and Technology Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacır announced Monday, highlighting the nation’s advanced engineering capabilities. The next-generation, medium-range, all-weather air-to-surface standoff SOM-J cruise missile developed by TÜBITAK’s Defense Industries Research and Development Institute […]