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Air Systems

The Pentagon's new testosterone policy will strain the military health infrastructure

The mandatory testosterone screening initiated by the U.S. Department of Defense for its personnel detects low levels among tens of thousands of personnel, posing a significant risk of imposing a heavy monitoring and treatment burden on the military health system.

15 Oct 2026 285 Views

Air Systems

Impact of US Midterm Elections and Congressional Dynamics on Ukraine Military Aid

Possible political changes in the US Congress and the results of the midterm elections are laying the groundwork for the strategic impact on the volume of critical military aid provided to Kyiv and its supply processes.

15 Oct 2026 292 Views

Air Systems

US Army Expects ‘Gradual Impact’ in the Struggle Against Critical Minerals

Targeting January 2027, EO 14415 bans the use of critical minerals from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The US Army states that this restriction will have a gradual impact on the supply chain, but does not anticipate an immediate crisis. Production focuses on strengthening domestic capacity through a 'rodeo' effort and exploring collaboration opportunities.

15 Oct 2026 621 Views

Land Systems

Strategic Move from Turkish Defense Industry: ÇAKIR Cruise Missile Enters Land Forces Inventory

With the new contract signed between the Presidency of Defense Industries and ROKETSAN, the ÇAKIR Cruise Missile is officially entering the inventory of the Land Forces Command. Multiplying its deep strike capability with the KARA ATMACA integration, the system will enhance the deterrence of the Turkish Armed Forces.

15 Oct 2026 301 Views

Air Systems

Critical Move by MKE in Washington: TOLGA Close-In Air Defense System on Pentagon's Radar

Mechanical and Chemical Industry Corporation (MKE) General Manager İlhami Keleş announced that official talks were held with the U.S. Department of Defense (Pentagon) regarding the TOLGA Close-In Air Defense System and ENFAL-17 solutions.

15 Oct 2026 452 Views

Air Systems

Strategic Move in Strike Power from Turkish Defense Industry: ÇAKIR Seyir Missile Enters Serial Production

With a contract signed between the Defense Industry Presidency and ROKETSAN, the ÇAKIR Seyir Missile, developed entirely with domestic capabilities, is counting down the days to enter the Turkish Armed Forces inventory.

15 Oct 2026 252 Views