Burak Ege Bekdil
Burak Ege Bekdil was the Turkey correspondent for Defense News.
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Turkey seeks repeat of drone success story for land systems
Several local companies are already developing unmanned ground vehicles in the hopes their products will be combat-proven by the Turkish military.
Turkey makes deal to buy Russian-made S-400 air defense system
Turkey is a NATO member, and its negotiations for the purchase of the Russian system have raised concerns with allies who say the country should invest in technology that is compatible with theirs.
Drone wars: Turkey ups homegrown options
Turkey is seeking to counter threats on both sides of its border, and local industry is preparing to fulfill that demand.
Turkish company develops first indigenous ATOL system for drones
The radar-based, portable OKIS system features two main components: a transponder and antenna on the platform; and a ground radar system designed to ensure safe takeoff and landing.
Turkey’s First Armed Anka Drone To Be Delivered in 2017
The first deliveries of the Anka-S, the armed version of Turkey’s first indigenous drone, have been scheduled for 2017, the Defense Ministry has said.
Turkish Policy Changes May Mean Bigger Defense Business
Turkey has not taken any "official or unofficial" steps to normalize its ties with Egypt, even as it works to improve ties with Israel and Russia.
Germany to send AWACS planes to Turkey
Germany will send the early warning systems to help augment the NATO ally's airspace from potential threats from Syria.
Boeing delivers last AEW&C aircraft to Turkey
The Peace Eagle airborne early warning and control aircraft can simultaneously track airborne and maritime targets.
US, Germany to pull Patriot missile batteries from Turkey
The deployment of U.S. Patriot air and missile defense units, which expires in October, will not be renewed.
