Turkey’s military scorecard: Naval and aerial advances but lacks money, speed

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March 24, 2024 A new official report showcases how far Turkey has advanced its defense industry, but it also points to the lack of resources for the country’s ambitious geopolitical outlook and indigenous military projects. Turkey’s Defense Ministry earlier this month released its 2023 activities report. The breakdown of planned purchases for the military’s three main services — army, navy and air force — looks groundbreaking, because it promises to modernize almost all major combat and support elements or provide them with brand-new platforms. On land, the Turkish military will continue acquiring dozens of new T-155 Firtina self-propelled howitzers and...