MSB: TAYFUN Block‑2 Missiles and Two HÜRKUŞ‑II Aircraft Added to Inventory

The Ministry of National Defense (MSB) announced at its weekly press briefing that the inspection and acceptance of several TAYFUN Block‑2 missiles by the Land Forces Command and two HÜRKUŞ‑II aircraft by the Air Forces Command have been completed and the systems have been incorporated into the Turkish Armed Forces inventory. The ministry reiterated that the domestic and national defense industry continues to produce combat vehicles, equipment, and munitions to enhance the strength and effectiveness of the Turkish Armed Forces. The briefing also covered counter‑terrorism, border security, and the situation of fallen soldiers. In the past week, six PKK militants were handed over, 665 individuals attempting illegal border crossings were apprehended, and 1,766 persons were prevented from crossing the border. Since January 1, the total number of arrests has reached 15,294, while the number of individuals stopped at the border stands at 59,621. MSB released condolences for two soldiers who fell in Hakkari and Van. It also announced that a criminal and administrative investigation has been launched regarding the death of Private Yusuf Sait Ünlü, a contract infantry soldier who was killed on October 31 in the Turkey‑Iran border area. The ministry stated that discussions have taken place with Iranian officials and that Iranian authorities have also initiated an inquiry. The ministry confirmed that cooperation with Iraq in defense and security matters continues, welcomed Iraq’s establishment of police posts and checkpoints along the border, and pledged full support for Iraq in ensuring border security. This is not investment advice.