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Turkey Unveils $460 Million 'Steel Dome' Air Defense System

8/28/2025

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan inaugurated the "Steel Dome," an integrated air defense system, marking a significant advancement for Turkey's defense sector.
Valued at $460 million, the system aims to strengthen Turkey's air defense amid regional security concerns.
Erdogan highlighted the need for self-developed defense technologies after challenges with previous acquisitions, such as the S-400 from Russia.
New production facilities at Aselsan are scheduled to open in 2026, supporting Turkey's ambition to lead in defense technology.

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan inaugurated the "Steel Dome," an integrated air defense system, marking a significant advancement for Turkey's defense sector.
Valued at $460 million, the system aims to strengthen Turkey's air defense amid regional security concerns.
Erdogan highlighted the need for self-developed defense technologies after challenges with previous acquisitions, such as the S-400 from Russia.
New production facilities at Aselsan are scheduled to open in 2026, supporting Turkey's ambition to lead in defense technology.