Turkish defence firms showcase new systems for air defence, ground ops

Published on July 26, 2023

Turkish defence companies Aselsan and Havelsan will showcase new air defence and unmanned ground combat systems at the IDEF exhibition in Istanbul. Aselsan launched the GÜRZ air defence system, targeting artillery, missiles, drones, helicopters, and fighter jets. Havelsan delivered the Barkan unmanned ground system, which will be displayed at IDEF 23.

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