Balkans Military & Defence

Turkey transferred tanks to Libya for military action against Haftar’s forces

They will participate in hostilities on the side of the forces of the Government of National Accord during the battles against the Libyan national army of Haftar.

A threat to Syrian MiG-29s – Turkey has deployed its long-range air defense system

The Turkish military has allegedly deployed its long-range air defense system in the northwestern governorate of Idlib, the pro-opposition Aleppo Media Center claimed on Sunday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

Turkey deceived Russia and launched an attack on the Syrian military

Ankara launched a military invasion of Syria and attacked areas with large Syrian forces in the provinces of Idlib and Aleppo, violating the agreements with Moscow to create a de-escalation zone in this region, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

If you refuse to fight, the Turkish commanders shoot between your legs

Ankara is not only supplying weapons to the so-called Libyan National Accord Government (GNA), but it is also transferring Syrian mercenaries to the country.

Turkey and Russia are preparing for a large-scale war in Syria

A few hours ago it became known that Turkey began to mobilize its heavy weapons into Syria. We are talking about self-propelled artillery mounts M110, which, having a caliber of more than 200 mm. and can inflict tremendous damage

Libyan army shot down three Turkish drones near the city of Bani Walid

Three Turkish UAVs were shot down by the Libyan National Army (LNA) near the city of Bani Walid, the LNA press service reported on May 30 on its Twitter page, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Italian warships keep an eye on the Turkish fleet off the coast of Libya

According to him, Ankara sent several warships to the Libyan coast, despite the IRINI mission announced by the EU countries to monitor compliance with the UN arms embargo.

German MP: the US propaganda and Turkish intervention in Libya are proven facts

Turkey’s intervention in the Libyan crisis is a proven fact, which cannot be said about AFRICOM's baseless materials about the presence of Russian MiG-29s in Libya, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing German MP Stefan Kuther statement.

US might send troops to help Turkey against Russian ‘intervention’ in Libya

The transfer of the auxiliary military brigade to Tunisia is seen by the United States as a response to allegedly continuing Russian intervention in Libyan affairs, said the US AF Commander four-star General Stephen Townsend

Turkey takes the control over Libya, but how will Putin respond?

The Libyan war is perhaps the only conflict that did not cool down during the pandemic. The fighting did not stop for a minute. Moreover, in a couple of weeks the alignment of forces has changed no less than in the whole previous year.

Turkish troops came under fire in the Syrian Al-Hasakah province

Turkish troops and armed groups of the Syrian opposition were shelled in the Syrian Al-Hasakah province province, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Al-Mayadin information on May 28.

There are about 25 billion reasons for Turkish interest in Libya

Libya is on the verge of a new surge in armed confrontation between the two main internal forces - the Government of National Accord (GNA) led by Faiz Saraj and the Libyan National Army (LNA) under the command of Marshal Khalifa Haftar.

The most expensive Turkish UAV was shot down in Syria by Assad forces

According to the Syrian news agency SANA the most expensive Turkish drone Anka-S, worth about $ 30 million, was destroyed in the sky over Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The talks about a coup in Turkey are ‘hidden’ trick against the opposition

Turkish pro-government commentators are fanning a debate about conspiracies to overturn the government in order to distract from internal problems and target the opposition, reports The National.

A bomb exploded next to a Turkish convoy in Syria, one soldier was killed

According to preliminary data, the bombing of a home-made device in the Syrian province of Idlib was carried out by terrorists of the Al-Islamad-Turkestani group, learned BulgarianMilitary.comm citing TASS.

The roof is on fire: “The Bosphorus” trump card is the real Erdogan’s overdose

The presence of warships in the Bosphorus is strictly regulated and regulated by an international agreement - the Montreux Convention, writes the German newspaper Die Welt. The purpose of this treaty is to prevent the militarization of the Black Sea.

After success in Libya, Turkey prepares to resume fighting with Russia in Syria

According to the Pan-Arab newspaper Al-Rai al-Yum, the Turkish army is deploying an air defense system in the territories of the Syrian province of Idlib controlled by it, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkey is adamant and will activate Russia’s S-400 missile systems

Turkey’s plans to activate the S-400 missile defense systems it acquired from Russia last year are still being implemented, despite a long delay in their activation, Turkish President’s spokesman Ibrahim Kalin told France 24

An air bridge: several Turkish C-130 aircraft delivered a secret cargo to Libya

Turkey organized an air bridge to Libya. In recent days, systematic flights of aircraft of the Turkish military transport aircraft C-130 Hercules have been recorded, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing EuAsia Daily.

Turkey, Russia and a former CIA informer change the course of the war in Libya

Over the past few weeks, Turkish drones and air defense systems have helped the UN-supported national consensus government regain control of almost the entire west of Libya, recapturing it from the Haftar army.

Haftar promised to fight Turkish ‘jihad’ in Libya until complete victory

The commander of the Libyan National Army (LNA), Marshal Khalifa Haftar, has promised to continue the fight against Turkey and its ally, the Government of National Accord (GNA) of Libya, led by Faiz Sarraj

LNA: There is a connection between Turkish President Erdogan and Islamic State

Libyan National Army (LNA) forces arrested in Tripoli one of the most dangerous militants of the Islamic State terrorist group, who arrived in Libya with the assistance of Turkish intelligence, LNA spokesman Major General Ahmed al-Mismari said.

Turkey is ready to storm Mizdah and began to threaten the Russian military

Inspired by the attack on Al-Vatiya airbase, where two Pantsir-S air defense missile systems were destroyed, and one of them was captured by GNA forces, Turkey announced that it was launching an assault on the city of Mizdah

Turkey deployed air defense systems near a Russian air base in Syria

The Turkish military deployed air defense systems in the area of ​​the Russian air base in Syria, the Aviation.Pro publication reports with reference to satellite observation data posted on social networks, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Moscow explained why Turkey should not joke with Russia about Syria

Turkey wants to use Russia to solve its political problems in the Middle East, but does not consider it a real ally - only "a neighbor that they do not choose." This statement was made ​​by the former Minister of Defense of Turkey.

Turkey sent new 500 mercenaries in Libya to fight against Haftar’s forces

A new group of 500 mercenaries arrived in Libya with the support of Turkey, according to a statement by the Syrian Human Rights Monitoring Center (SOHR), published May 24 on the SOHR website, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The new Washington plans for Syria threaten Ankara’s interests

Washington’s initiatives could cause concern for Ankara, because the new US plans for Syria directly threaten the interests of Turkey, the Turkish newspaper Daily Sabah writes.

Turkish military transport aircraft with weapons from Qatar landed in Libya

Turkish military transport aircraft arrived in Libya, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the news agency PolitInfo and Flightradar24. Over the past four days, four flights have been recorded from Istanbul and Ankara to Misurata.

Haftar: ‘Turkish soldiers are a target, do not give them mercy’

Turkish soldiers and mercenaries are the target of the Libyan National Army (LNA), said the head of the LNA, Khalifa Haftar, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Libya Review report.

Turkish successes in Libya humiliate Russia and the UAE

Turkish-backed forces won a series of victories this week in western Libya, delivering a powerful blow to the ambitions of ambitious field commander Khalifa Haftar and demonstrating that Turkey has become a decisive player

Turkey continues to violate UN arms embargo in Libya, LNA said

Turkey violates the international arms embargo by sending its equipment and weapons to Libya. This was stated by the official representative of the command of the Libyan National Army (LNA) Brigadier General Ahmed al-Mismari

The Turkish fleet simply closed the sky over Libya

The intervention of Turkey in the civil war on the territory of Libya on the side of the Government of National Accord (GNA) allowed not only to stop the Libyan National Army (LNA) offensive in Tripoli, but also made Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar retreat

Turkey opposed itself to the entire Islamic world, supporting Libyan GNA

The Turkish Ministry of Defense issued a statement on the situation in Libya, explaining its invasion of the country with the desire to "form an independent, sovereign and prosperous Libya."

The modernization of Greek F-16s is carried out according to the schedule

According to the Greek newspaper Greek City News, the modernization of the F-16 is part of a larger Greek Air Force upgrade program, which will also include the acquisition of new aircraft.

Overdosing: Turkey will use powerful ‘almost like nuclear’ weapon in Libya

The Turkish analyst Ibrahim Karagul writes on the pages of the pro-government newspaper Yeni Şafak about the upcoming “second stage” of the attacks by Turkey and the formations of the GNA supported by it.

Two Turkish drones were shot down in an air battle over Tripoli

The Libyan National Army (LNA), led by Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar, said Friday, May 22, of two downed Turkish drones south of Tripoli. Both UAVs were shot down in the area of ​​Tarhuny, 65 km southeast of the capital.

Turkey threatened Haftar with a ‘devastating blow’ and hinted at Russia

A spokesman for the Turkish president, Ibrahim Kalyn, warned on May 21, that Ankara would respond to any attack in Libya against Turkish forces in the “toughest way”, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing EurAsia Daily.

Turkish F-16 has intercepted a Russian long-range bomber over the Black Sea

According to Turkish media, before two days ago, during the flight of Russian long-range Tu-22M3 bombers over the Black Sea it has been intercepted by Turkish F-16 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing several Balkans media.

Russian fighters will attack Turkish forces in large-scale operation, LNA said

Libyan National Army (LNA) Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar threatened to carry out the largest air operation in the near future with the possible participation of Russian aircraft

A large-scale Turkish artillery attack in Syria’s Hasakah province

According to the source, the artillery attacked the villages of Al Qasimiyah and Ad Dardaria in the vicinity of the village of Tel Tamar in the north of Hasakah province.

GNA and Turkish forces captured Russian Pantsir-S1 missile systems in Libya

The Libyan Government’s National Accord Government (GNA) forces, led by Faiz Saraj, claim to have captured Russian-made Pantsir-S1 anti-aircraft missile-cannon systems (ZRPK) south of Tripoli, based on Al-Vatiya, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

Turkey successfully tested own HGK-84 precision pointing device

Ever since the Cold War, a huge number of old bombs have accumulated in the US and other NATO countries. In order to use them in modern conflicts and increase their effectiveness, the Americans equipped each bomb with a JDAM system.

GNA and Turkish units established full control over a military base in Libya

The forces of the Government of National Accord (GNA) of Libya, headed by Faiz Sarraj and supported by Turkish military, announced the establishment of full control over the air base of El-Batu.

Libyan National Army shot down a Turkish drone

The Libyan National Army (LNA) shot down a Turkish drone in the area of Al-Vatiya airbase, the LNA press service said on May 16 on its Twitter page, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The Turks did not utilize yet their real military power in Libya

Disagreements with Tunisia have posed a dilemma for Turkey on how to proceed in Libya, Libyan military expert Hisham Abu Hajar said in a May 12 interview with Aljazeera.

Bad news for Russia! Turkey and US are on the way to agree of the S-400 case

Ahmet Davutoglu in a live interview with a journalist of the newspaper Yeni Çağ said that Ankara and Washington could agree “behind closed doors” to not put into service the S-400 missile systems, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Trump: ‘This is madness! We should produce all F-35’s elements in US’

A large number of participating countries in the F-35 fifth-generation fighter production chain are its weak point, US President Donald Trump said in an interview with Fox Business Network on May 14, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

15 Turkish key parts could stop F-35s production, the US GAO said

American F-35 fighters can no longer be delivered to their customers due to measures taken by Turkey in response to Washington’s attempt to impose sanctions against Ankara for the acquisition of Russian S-400 systems

Ankara pays teenagers to fight on Turkey’s side in Libya, a US publication said

Syrian groups supported by Turkey are recruiting minors to participate in hostilities in Libya, Al-Monitor, the English-language online media, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkey’s actions undermine the potential of the F-35 fighter jet

The US believes that the issue of Turkey’s acquisition of Russian S-400 air defense systems remains the main irritant in relations between Washington and Ankara, US Special Representative for Syria James Jeffrey said.

A new Turkish coup, Erdogan’s maneuvers or army’s unfinished job?

The last days in Turkey some media and public figures have begun to discuss the topic of coups. On the one hand, they remembered the last coup, on the other hand, they talked about the threat of the coming.

LNA is considering the Turkish ‘occupation forces as legitimate goals’

The Libyan National Army (LNA) is considering the Turkish occupation forces as “legitimate goals,” learned BulgarianMilitary.com according the LNA spokesman Major General Ahmed al-Mismari statement on May 11.

A large military convoy of Turkish armored vehicles entered Idlib

The convoy of the Turkish armed forces crossed the Syrian-Turkish border on May 11 and headed inland to Idlib province, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according a krasnaya Vesna source in Syria.

Turkey: LNA’s attacks targeted our embassy in Tripoli and we’ll respond to the threat

The Turkish Foreign Ministry said on Sunday that the Libyan National Army (LNA), Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar, "intensified the attacks," which included the Turkish Embassy in Tripoli, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Europe doesn’t know what to do with Turkish arms smuggling to Libya

Last Thursday, EU supreme diplomat Josep Borrel proudly announced the start of the new Mediterranean mission of the European Union, “Irini,” writes the German newspaper Die Welt.

A Greek general warns NATO of impending clash with Turkey

One of the videoconferences was held at the request of the Chairman of the NATO Military Committee, Sir Stuart Peach, as part of the upcoming meeting of the NATO Military Committee, which will be held May 14, 2020.

A Turkey’s military base in Libya was under attack, LNA shot down a Turkish drone

On Saturday, the Libyan National Army (LNA) unleashed a massive attack on the Mitiga Airport in Tripoli, causing a number of explosions throughout the day as they intensified their strikes.

Ankara should abandon Russian missile systems, a Pentagon deputy candidate said

James Anderson, whose candidacy for the post of US Deputy Secretary of Defense for Political Affairs will be considered in the Senate on Thursday, outlined his position on S-400 deliveries to Turkey

The access of Russian military to Turkish S-400 system was blocked, Turkey said

The Russian military was banned from being at military facilities where the ongoing deployment of S-400 air defense / missile defense systems, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, citing Ismail Demir statement.

Turkey recruited 11 thousand Syrian mercenaries for the war in Libya

To conduct hostilities against the Libyan National Army (LNA) under the command of Marshal Khalifa Haftar, the Turkish authorities from the beginning of this year recruited about 11 thousand mercenaries, mainly from Syria.

‘Turkish gambit’: Trump is at risks of deep fall into Erdogan’s military trap

According to analysts of the publication, Ankara is trying to get financial assistance from Washington, but is unlikely to refuse military cooperation with Russia in terms of the contract for the supply of S-400 systems.

An anti-tank rocket hit Turkish military equipment in Syria, two soldiers were killed

A few hours ago, Syrian troops published a video recording the moment the destruction of special military equipment delivered from Turkey, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing news agency Aviapro.

Turkey is a threat to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates

The royal families of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates consider Turkey a threat, since Ankara does not give them the opportunity to implement their plans in the Middle East, the Turkish Sabah writes in an article.

Erdogan: Turkey no longer intends to tolerate the attacks in Idlib

Turkish authorities no longer intend to tolerate attacks in the security zone on the territory of Syrian Idlib, said President Recep Erdogan, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Anadolu agency

Libya: Tripoli regime increasingly dependent on Turkey

Forces loyal to the internationally recognized Government of National Accord (GNA) associated with Turkey have recaptured several strategic cities from Haftar in recent weeks.

Turkish fifth-generation TF-X fighter jet came into new stage of its development

Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) has signed an agreement with HAVELSAN software developer. Under this agreement, HAVELSAN is required to develop software for the Turkish fifth-generation TF-X fighter jet

Turkey’s illegal interference in Libya has led to an increase in casualties

The crime rate in Libya has increased significantly after the illegal interference of Turkey in the affairs of the state. The militants controlled by the so-called GNA continue to terrorize civilians with a vengeance.

Ankara deployed MIM-23 Hawk surface-to-air missiles in Syrian Idlib, UN said

According to him, the Turkish Armed Forces deployed US-made missiles in the Syrian province of Idlib held by the militants, which is a flagrant violation of international law.

The pandemic could force Turkey to ‘sell’ S-400 missile systems to the US

Turkey's difficult economic situation due to the country's coronavirus pandemic could force Turkey to "sell" its Russian S-400 anti-aircraft defense systems to the United States.

Turkish soldier shoots on German border soldiers at the Greek-Turkish border

The incident between the Turkish and German border guards occurred on the Greek-Turkish border in the Maritsa River region. The fact of the incident was confirmed by the German Ministry of the Interior, German Spiegel reports

A bomb blast killed dozens in Syria, Turkish troops attacked terrorists

At least 40 people were killed and 47 more injured. According to preliminary data, a tanker filled with explosives exploded. The militants of the YPG / PKK were accused of the attack.

A Turkish armed drone strikes civilians in Libya, two people were killed, LNA said

The Government of National Accord (GNA), with the help of a Turkish UAV, struck a civilian truck, resulting in 2 deaths, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according the Libyan National Army (LNA) press service statement on April 25

The integration of S-400 missile system into Turkish defense was postponed

Despite the fact that the Turkish president promised to take the Russian Triumph S-400 air defense systems on alert by the beginning of April, these combat systems have not yet been deployed, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according Military Review magazine.

The use of UAVs by Turkey is unprecedented in its scale and effectiveness

Turkey’s use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Syria and Libya is unprecedented in its scale and effectiveness, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing MiddleEAST telegram channel.

Turkish F-16s as part of an exercise ‘attacked’ a Libyan city

Turkish Ministry of Defense received a claim for violation of Libyan air borders. The activity of military aircraft in Ankara was rushed to explain by military exercises in the Mediterranean Sea, learned BulgarianMililitary.com.

Libyan army shot down a Turkish military drone in the west of the country

The Libyan National Army (LNA) shot down a Turkish drone near the city of Trahuna, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Libya Review said on April 16. "The LNA shot down a Turkish drone in Tarhun in western Libya," the report said.

Erdogan is not the Libyan caliph, a long war is coming, general says

Erdogan continues to recruit Syrians to be sent to Libya, spokesman for the Libyan National Army (LNA), Major General Ahmed al-Mesmari said at a regular press conference on the evening of April 15, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

Turkey sent special forces to the south of Idlib in Syria, sources said

Turkey sent special forces to the south of Idlib, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according information from Syrian journalists. According to local media, Ankara’s operation took place a few days ago.

Fourth Russian-Turkish patrol takes place in Syrian Idlib

Another joint Russian-Turkish patrol of the M-4 highway section in the Syrian Idlib de-escalation zone took place on Wednesday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing MK Turkey.

Turkey wants to buy Patriot missile systems, but will not abandon the S-400

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said on Tuesday that Turkey’s position on the purchase of S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems from Russia was unchanged, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Interfax.

Russia and Turkey called the number of ceasefire violations in Syria

Russia and Turkey called the number of ceasefire violations in Syria in recent times. This was reported on the website of the Ministry of Defense of Russia, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkish missile system shot down a Mi-35 helicopter, the crew died

According to data released several hours ago, the Turkish surface to air missile systems HISAN shot down a Mi-35 multi-purpose attack helicopter, on board of which were three crew members, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

The LNA acknowledged the losses from Turkey and appointed a new commander

Major General Mift Shaklouf was appointed commander of the Central Military District and the commander of the headquarters of liberation operations in West Sirte from the Libyan National Army (LNA), learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkey sends 300 militants from Syria to fight against Haftar’s Army in Libya

300 fighters of pro-Turkish groups arrived on April 10 from Syria to Libya, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing several sources and news agency Krasnaya Vesna.

A financial deficit pushed Turkey closer to the US with many unknown of the S-400s

Turkey has negotiated with the United States about the possible protection of the currency exchange line from the US Federal Reserve System and discussed other financing options to mitigate the economic impact of the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic.

Turkish artillery strikes Syrian Democratic Forces north of Aleppo

The positions of Kurds from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) were fired by Turkish artillery in the north of Aleppo on April 10, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according a Krasnaya Vesna's source in Syria.

Turkey minimized troops movement in Syria due to coronavirus pandemic

The Turkish Ministry of Defense said Sunday that as part of efforts to curb the spread of coronavirus, it is planned to minimize the movement of Turkish troops in Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Eurasia Daily.

A blast at the Turkey’s largest arms factory, three people injured

Ismail Demir, head of the Republic’s Defense Industry Directorate, said the explosion occurred on Tuesday at the Roketsan plant, which is Turkey’s largest arms manufacturer, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing EurAsia Daily.

Russian Su-35S with hypersonic missiles are relevant for Turkey

Russia has taken a new course - it has been reported that it has launched test flights aimed at testing the compatibility of the R-37M hypersonic air-to-air missile with the Russian Su-35C multi-role fighter.

Turkish military in Libya came under fire by the Haftar’s forces

The Libyan National Army (LNA), under the command of Marshal Khalifa Haftar, announced that its planes had struck a weapons and ammunition depot in the Abugrain region east of the coastal city of Misurata.

Turkey fires SAA west of Aleppo against the backdrop of the ‘a regime of silence’

Turkish artillery increasingly violates the ceasefire in the provinces of Idlib and Aleppo, established on March 6 according to the agreements of Russia and Turkey.

Turkey will spend ‘a lot of time’ to eliminate the terrorists in Idlib, Russia said

Turkey will not rush to liquidate a terrorist group in Syrian Idlib, said Kirill Semenov, a specialist at the Russian Council on Foreign Affairs, on April 4 to Kommersant, learned bulgarianMilitary.com.

Large losses among Turkish military in Syria hit Erdogan’s reputation

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is desperate to save his post and reputation by hiding the real losses of military personnel in Syria. This opinion was expressed by the military observer Viktor Baranets.

LNA: Turkey sends Kurdish prisoners to fight in Libya

Turkey sends Kurdish prisoners to Libya, the Libyan National Army (LNA) military information department said April 4 on its Facebook page, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

An attack by the Turkish military in northern Syria, power line was damaged

The power substation in northern Syria was de-energized as a result of an attack by Turkish military and pro-Turkish groups, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing the Syrian news agency SANA on April 4.

Turkey was not given a word: NATO conference ended in a scandal

The meeting of NATO foreign ministers held on April 3 via a teleconference due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic ended in scandal - Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu left the virtual event earlier.

A large-scale attack of Turkish forces in Syria’s Raqqa, Kurds suffer losses

Two members of the Syrian Democratic Forces were killed in clashes with Al-Jaish Al-Watani troops in the Syrian province of Raqqa, April 4, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according the Syrian Anba Suriya agency report.

Turkey prepares to resume fighting in Syria

As a part of Turkish military convoys going to the Idlib de-escalation zone, lately trucks and conveyors with building blocks that the Turkish military use for engineering purposes at their "observation posts" in Syria are increasingly found

Turkish special forces eliminated 14 members of the PKK in northern Syria

The Turkish Armed Forces have eliminated 14 members of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) in northern Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing MK Turkey.

Turkey’s warships use long-range anti-aircraft missiles against Haftar’s aircraft

In recent days, Ankara has stepped up its participation in the Libyan conflict. The Turkish Navy began to support the troops of the Government of National Accord, which were defeated.

US ready to help Turkey against Syria, if Ankara ‘removes’ the S-400 missile system

The US is ready to help Turkey against Syria if Ankara “removes” the S-400 air defense systems purchased in Russia, Kay Bailey Hutchison, US Permanent Representative to NATO, said at a telephone briefing on Wednesday

Greece is still in a state of emergency because of the migrants from Turkey

Two Greek ministers in charge of the country's security forces said that Greece was still in a state of emergency due to the attempted entry of a large number of migrants from Turkey, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkey refused to fulfill Putin’s ultimatum, the military operations might be resumed

Over the next 24 hours, Russia and Syria intend to resume a large-scale military offensive operation in the Syrian province of Idlib, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according Aviapro report.

Serbia delivered Russian-made modernized T-55 tanks to Pakistan

Referring to Pakistani sources and Twitter publications, the publication claims that Islamabad ordered from Serbia 282 modernized tanks of this type. The first batch of military vehicles has already been sent to Pakistan.

US troops in Syria were under fire from Turkish artillery, a US captain said

On March 5, a ceasefire agreement was signed between Syria, Turkey and Russia. This significantly reduced the hostilities between the hostile countries, but on the other hand allowed some data unknown to the general public to be released.

The situation in Idlib: Russia is waiting for the fulfillment of Turkish promises

The Turkish side undertook to ensure the withdrawal of armed formations from the security corridor within 4-6 months. Moreover, Ankara must carry out this conclusion on its own.

Turkey deployed a missile systems in Syria, US sent a military convoy

Turkey sent a new convoy to the Syrian province of Idlib on Saturday, March 28. The convoy proceeded through the Kafr Lusin checkpoint on the Syrian-Turkish border and proceeded inland into Idlib

Turkey was pushing migrants into clashes on the Greek border, Germany said

The Greek government said the Turkish authorities allegedly set fire to tents in a migrant camp on their side of the border in the Evros area before taking out the migrants gathered there

Around a hundred Turkish mercenaries were killed in last three days in Libya

The Libyan National Army (LNA) has eliminated more than a hundred terrorists acting on the side of the Government of National Accord (PNS) of Libya, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Erdogan hides the death of Turkish troops in Syria in order to save his rating

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan "hides" reliable information about the deaths of his troops in Syria in order to save his rating, said Boris Rozhin, editor-in-chief of the Kassad information and analytical center,

Turkish army deployed multiple launch rocket systems south of Idlib

The new convoy to the south of the Syrian province of Idlib was conducted by Turkish troops on March 26, according to a source from IA Red Spring in Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkish army received the first batch of Kaplan medium-sized tanks

Turkish army received the first batch of Kaplan medium-sized tanks of domestic production, reports janes.com portal March 25, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The first six Kaplan tanks were delivered to the Turkish army by FNSS.

Turkey may launch a new operation in Syria to divert attention from the pandemic

The Turkish government can turn its eyes to oil fields in eastern Syria in an effort to divert attention from the coronavirus pandemic in the country, writes Seth Franzman

US delivers a nuclear weapon to Turkey aboard a military aircraft, Russia says

The American strategic military transport aircraft Boeing S-17A Globemaster III flew off from Kirtland Air Base (Kirtland, New Mexico) on the night of March 23-24, heading for the military air base Inchirlik (Incirlik) in southern Turkey

The deployment of Patriot defense systems in Iraq may help the Turkish offensive in Syria

Iraqi Al-Ahad news agency reports that the United States missile defense systems are in a state of readiness for transfer to the border with Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkey uses ceasefire in Idlib to strengthen its military presence in Syria

Turkey continues to use the ceasefire in the Idlib de-escalation zone, established on March 6 and still generally respected, to strengthen its military presence in northwestern Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

Erdogan may have lost Russia and the US, starting a dangerous game in Syria

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan may have pushed both the United States and Russia with his dangerous game in Syria, writes Turkish journalist Jan Dundar, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkey sent its air defense to Syria to fight against Russian aircraft

Turkey in two weeks not only failed to fulfill a single clause of the new agreement, but also additionally deployed its short-range air defense system in Idlib province, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing news agency Aviapro.

US trying to ‘kill’ the agreement with Turkey for Syria, Russia said

The United States is not happy with Russian-Turkish Syrian Idlib agreements and is ready to use any excuse to undermine a political settlement in Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing EurAsia Daily.

North Macedonia enters NATO after ratification by Spain

The Spanish Senate has ratified a video record of NATO's membership of NATO in northern Macedonia, removing the last obstacle to becoming a 30th member of the alliance, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Radio Free Europe

Turkish military-industrial complex began to make money on the war in Syria

At one point, one of the most important factors in the Turkish army’s conduct of hostilities in Syrian territory was a demonstration of the combat capabilities of the products of the Turkish military-industrial complex

Greek Air Defense shot down a Turkish military drone

Greece destroys a Turkish drone that breaks its air border. Despite warnings from the Greek military about the inadmissibility of breaking the country's borders by Turkish planes and drones, Ankara sent a reconnaissance drone to the border of that country

Russia has probably killed dozens of Turkish soldiers in Syria, Pompeo said

Mike Pompeo said that the losses of the Turkish army in Syria were enormous. According to him, despite the numerical superiority of the Turkish army in Idlib and Aleppo, Ankara lost dozens of soldiers killed in Syria

Turkey may have a military advantage over Russia in Syria, US analyst said

Turkey could have a possible military advantage in a direct confrontation with Russia in Syria if such an occasion arose, analyst Michael Peck writes, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Russia and Turkey discuss the supply of an additional batch of S-400 missile system

Russia expects in the foreseeable future to agree to supply Turkey with an additional batch of S-400 air defense systems, Dmitry Shugaev, director of the Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation (FSMTS)

Turkish soldiers were killed during Tripoli airport attack, a LNA source claims

The Libyan National Army (LNA) on Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar, announced that were carried out attacks at Mitig Airport, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing indormation from Russian news agency Commersant.

Radical groups and gangs provoke Russian-Turkish patrolling in Syria

The first joint Russian-Turkish patrol of the M-4 highway section in Syria was reduced due to militant provocations, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according the Russian Defense Ministry statement.

Turkey has extra time to neutralize the terrorist groups in Idlib, Russia said

After provocations by gangs during joint patrols in the Syrian province of Idlib, Turkey was given extra time to neutralize the terrorists on the M4 highway, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Russian MoD

Turkish artillery attacked the positions of the Syrian army

The Syrian Human Rights Monitoring Center reported that, contrary to the existing agreements between Russia and Turkey on the situation in the Arab Republic, the Turkish army resumed striking at the positions of the Syrian forces

Turkey grants huge favor to Russia

Turkey has been a member of NATO already since 1952, but a serious question has recently emerged: is Turkey on the side of NATO, or has it perhaps sided with Russia?

The new Turkish weapons used in Syria have made Russia to think

Turkey and Russia escaped a full-scale war, although Ankara is conducting a powerful offensive against the troops of the Syrian regime, which Moscow supports. Why didn’t Russia escalate in Syria and abandon direct confrontation with Turkey?

A Turkish military observation post in Syria was blow up through a car bomb

A few hours ago, a powerful explosion occurred at a Turkish observation post in the suburbs of Ras al Ain, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing news agency Aviapro. According to local sources, a mined car left by unknown persons was blown up.

Erdogan warned for ‘an even more powerful strike’ on Syria

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has warned of a possible retaliatory strike against Syria should Damascus continue to attack its positions in Idlib, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Anadolu agency.

Turkey begins heavy weapons withdrawal from Idlib, a source said

The Turkish military began a phased withdrawal of heavy weapons from observation posts in the Syrian province of Idlib, RIA Novosti reported, citing a Turkish military source, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

US allowed a military assistance for Turkey in Idlib

The United States admits the possibility of military assistance to Turkey through NATO if Syria and Russia violate the truce in Idlib. This was stated by US Special Representative for Syria James Jeffrey

Turkey threatens to strike back, if the Syrian offensive in northwest continues

The Turkish armed forces will resort to the previous strategy if the Syrian forces begin to advance in the north-west of Syria, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said on Tuesday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkey has sent a large artillery and military equipment to Syria

Turkish military convoy consisting of 50 military vehicles, including artillery and military equipment have entered the Syrian territories via Kafr-Lossin border point in north of Idlib

Syrian military forces carried out artillery strikes on a Turkish positions

Syrian government forces have violate the ceasefire and conducted artillery shelling at Turkish military post in Idlib, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according Syrian news agency North-Press.

Erdogan expects ‘concrete support’ from allies about the Syrian crisis

Ankara expects NATO allies to support the crisis in the Syrian province of Idlib, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

‘It doesn’t depend on Moscow’ – Erdogan spoke about the operation in Syria

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during an event organized in Istanbul on the occasion of International Women's Day, said that the celebration of March 8 amid a massive humanitarian crisis is cynical

Turkey has sent nearly 5,000 Syrian mercenaries in Libya

In Libya today, there are 4,750 militants sent there by the Turkish authorities. Their total number was calculated by the activists of the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR)

Erdogan threatens Russia with unilateral actions in Idlib

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has threatened that Ankara is ready to take unilateral actions in the Syrian province of Idlib if Russia refuses to fulfill its own obligations on this issue

Large-scale missile strikes by MiG-23 over Turkish airbase in Libya

A few hours ago, the Libyan Air Force MiG-23 fighters launched a series of powerful missile strikes at Mitig airbase, with Turkish unmanned aerial vehicles and missiles located in the base

Turkey will begin to produce armed unmanned systems in Ukraine

On the territory of Ukraine might start production of Turkish armed unmanned systems. According to the former head of the Ukrainian military department, Ankara and Kyiv are working on such a plan

Turkish armored vehicle tried to destroy Greek border wire fence (video)

Greece had a huge new challenge from Turkey at the border, where together with immigrants it is trying to create crisis situations, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according several Greek sources.

Refugee crisis: EU accuses Turkish president of political blackmail

The migration crisis developing on the Greek-Turkish border was provoked by Ankara for political purposes, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Kommersant.

Turkey violated Idlib’s ceasefire in Syria, Russian MoD said

Turkish-backed forces violated the ceasefire in Idlib six times a day. This was announced by the head of the Russian Center for the Reconciliation of the warring parties (CPVS) in Syria, Rear Admiral Oleg Zhuravlev

The fragile truce in Idlib – a failure for Erdogan

The agreement provides for the creation of a security corridor of 12 km (6 km on each side) along the strategic highway M4, which runs from Latakia to northern Syria.

The S-400 and Patriot missile systems – Turkey wants them both, Erdogan said

Turkey will begin deploying S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems purchased from Russia in April this year, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according the Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan statement

Turkish troops hit the Syrian military in Idlib province, 21 people were killed

Turkey has struck two dozen Syrian military in Idlib province. This was a response to the shelling by Damascus, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Lenta.ru and Anadolu reports.

Refugee crisis: Turkey sends special forces to the border with Greece

Turkish authorities have decided to deploy a thousand police special forces on the border with Greece to prevent attempts to return migrants, said Turkish Interior Minister Suleiman Soilu

Haftar’s forces launched lethal attacks on Turkish Mitiga air base in Tripoli

The Libyan Army has announced that it has launched lethal attacks on Tripoli's Mitiga air base, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Greek news agency Pentapostagma.

The Idlib ceasefire begins tonight, Erdogan announced

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed that the Turkish side has reached an agreement to resolve the conflict in Syrian Idlib with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Putin and Erdogan agreed on Idlib, Assad might rebuild relations with Turkey

Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan agreed on Idlib. The Russian leader said this following a bilateral meeting, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Serbia announced its plans to buy weapons from Israel

Serbia’s President Alexander Vucic announced his plans to buy weapons from Israel and open an “official state office” in Jerusalem during AIPAC’s annual conference in Washington at the weekend

End of story – Turkey is no longer on the F-35 program list

The American company Lockheed Martin, which is engaged in the production of F-35A fighters, put an end to the discussion of Turkey's participation in the project

Syria tried to take down Turkish F-16 with Russian-made S-200

The Syrian Arab army tried to take down the Turkish Air Force F-16 fighter with missiles of the S-200 "Angara" anti-aircraft complex in northwestern Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

Turkey reports new losses in Syria, two soldiers were killed – MoD

Turkey suffered new losses in Syria, it is reported about two dead soldiers and six more wounded. This was reported on the website of the Turkish Ministry of Defense, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Greece plans to buy two French Belharra frigates totalling $2.8B

Greece may buy two French-made Belharra frigates about $2.8 billion according to French and Greek MoD statements, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, citing greek news agency Pentapostagma.

A Turkish UAV destroyed the active Syrian’s Pantsir-S missile system (video)

As a result of an air strike, at least two Syrian military personnel were killed, while, for unknown reasons, the “Pantsir-S” allowed the Turkish drone to approach it almost point-blank

Refugee crisis: Which EU countries support funding in Turkey

Although Brussels has repeatedly warned of compliance with the EU-Turkey Joint Declaration on Migration, Tayyip Erdogan does not appear to be moving from his provocative stance, provoking outrage from European officials

SAA downed two Turkish military drones in Idlib countryside

Units of the Syrian Arab army shot down on Tuesday two drones for the Turkish regime troops in the surroundings of Saraqeb city and east of Khan al-Sobol in Idleb southeastern countryside

US is preparing to send ammunition to Turkey and jihadists in Idlib, Greece said

The US supports Turkey and is preparing to send ammunition to Turkish forces in Indlib, thus supporting jihadists, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Greek news agency Pentapostagma.

Turkey destroyed six Syrian tanks and five self-propelled guns in a day

The Turkish army over the past day destroyed six tanks in Syria, five self-propelled artillery and two air defense systems of the Syrian army, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Anadolu agency

Refugee crisis: F-16s in the sky and assistance from Frontex on Greek border

The Greek Hawks lowered the fighters to low levels even below 2000 feet to enable them to "scan" the area and transfer the full picture to the National Air Force Center.

The US fears that the purchase of the S-400 will help Turkey outwit NATO

The United States is seriously worried about the situation related to the purchase by Turkey of Russian S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems, learned BulgarianMilitary.com.

Turkish F-16 fighter jet shot down a Syrian L-39 military aircraft

A few minutes ago a Syrian military aircraft L-39 was shot down in the southern part of Idlib, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing a tweet of the official Twitter account of Turkish Ministry of National Defence.

‘To Putin with love’: a provocative Turkish message written on bombs

A "message of love" was sent to Putin by the Turks, written on the bombs thrown at Intlib. At the same time Moscow is preparing a powerful anti-Turkish front with the Gulf countries

Refugee crisis: ‘The era of unilateral casualties is over’ Erdogan said

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borisov met in Ankara on Monday night, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Radio Free Europe.

Turkey doesn’t want a clash with Russia in Syria, Ankara said

Turkish National Defense Minister Hulusi Akar said Monday that Ankara is not even considering a clash with Russia in Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing NTV channel and TASS

Iran addressed Turkey: ‘Our patience over the situation in Idlib is running out’

Iran’s leadership broke the silence and ultimately warned the Turkish armed forces that Tehran’s patience and stock of “loyalty” over the situation in Idlib is running out

The Turkish military shot down two Syria’s Su-24 bombers

Two Su-24 bombers, belonging to the forces of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, were shot down by the Turkish military while trying to attack the Turkish Air Force, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

How far will Assad and Erdogan go in the new round of conflict?

As might be expected, bombing, artillery and mortar shelling and the ensuing offensive by government forces in Idlib province provoked retaliatory military action by Turkish troops and their satellites.

Turkey starts to use attack UAVs, Syria downed at least 4 of them

Turkey sends its attack drones to provide fire support to Turkish-backed forces during their attacks on the positions of government troops in Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

Greece blocked NATO statement in support of Turkey

Greece vetoed a statement by the North Atlantic Alliance (NATO) in support of Turkey amid aggravation of the situation in Syrian Idlib, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Greek the newspaper Vima reports.

Russia: Turkey has no authority to determine the fate of Syria

The Turkish authorities have no authority to determine the fate of Syria. This opinion was expressed by RIA Novosti, the first deputy chairman of the State Duma Committee on Foreign Affairs Dmitry Novikov

Refugees at the EU border: Erdogan calls Bulgarian Prime Minister

After reports of refugee movements towards the EU, Bulgarian Prime Minister spoke to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan about the situation in Syria and at the Bulgarian EU external border

The Pentagon disagrees with initiative to place Patriot in Turkey

The State Department and the Pentagon are arguing about the advisability of satisfying Ankara’s request for a temporary deployment of Patriot American anti-aircraft missile systems in Turkey

Turkey destroyed ‘Pantsir-S’ missile system of Syrian armed forces (video)

A few hours ago, the Turkish Air Force destroyed in the territory of Syria ZRPK "Pantsir-S", which was at a position in the province of Idlib

Turkey launched new missile attacks on Syrian military in Aleppo

The Turkish army launched new missile attacks on military and civilians in the Syrian city of Al-Arima, located in the province of Aleppo, learned BulgarianMilitary.com quoting Lenta.ru and sources at SOHR

Turkey may limit or completely block the Bosphorus Strait for Russian Navy ships

Turkey may limit or completely block the Bosphorus Strait for Russian Navy ships amid escalation of the conflict in the Syrian province of Idlib, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

Russia refused to stop the Syrian army, Turkey triggered Article 4 of NATO treaty

Russia refused to stop the Syrian army in the fight against militants. According to Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, Moscow cannot prevent her from responding to terrorists in Idlib

Turkey has destroyed missile systems, dozens of tanks and five helicopters in Idlib

As a result of a massive attack on the positions of the Syrian military in Idlib, the Turkish army destroyed the Buk and Pantsir complexes, 23 tanks, as many field and self-propelled guns, as well as five helicopters

Turkey has lost at least 14 of its drones downed by Syrian air defense systems

Despite the fact that only one Turkish drone was officially reported, it became known that in reality, Turkey has lost at least 14 of its drones in the last two weeks, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

Here are the reasons why NATO cannot help Turkey in Syria

The situation in Syria has changed dramatically over the past 12 hours as Syrian air forces backed by Russian air forces fire a Turkish convoy in Idlib province, as we reports at last 12 hours.

US called Turkey to abandon S-400 air defense system after the clashes in Syria

US Permanent Representative to NATO Kay Bailey Hutchison called on Turkey to abandon the Russian S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems (air defense systems) in connection with the situation in the Syrian province of Idlib

Turkey began to strike Syrian army, UN addressed the parties to the conflict

The Turkish military began to strike at the positions of the Syrian military in response to the shelling of their soldiers in Idlib province, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Lenta.ru and Anadolu agency.

Turkish Foreign Minister speaks with NATO chief; Security meeting in Turkey

Turkish foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu speeks with the secretary general of NATO Jens Stoltenberg about the situation in Idlib, Syria and latest military clashes betweem Turkish and Syrian-backed forces

After deadly airstrike, Russia must immediately ceasefire in Syria, Turkey said

A Turkish delegation urged its Russian counterparts to immediately establish a cease-fire in Idlib, during talks in Ankara on the situation in Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Anadolu agency

Turkish soldiers were killed by Syrian air strike in Idlib

The victims of the Syrian Air Force air strike in the Syrian province of Idlib were two Turkish soldiers who died, two more were injured, as we reported early today

Turkey ‘intends’ to declare Idlib ‘its territory’ to stop Russia

Turkish media, citing senior Turkish officials, report that Ankara intends to declare Idlib its territory in order to stop Russian attacks on terrorists and its troops, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according Daily Sabah.

Turkey has to withdraw its troops from Idlib, a Turkish retired general said

In early March, there will be a meeting of the leaders of Turkey, Russia, Germany and France, which, judging by the announcements, will be dedicated to resolving the situation in Idlib

Putin reminded Erdogan that he was not at home

An extremely unpleasant aggravation in the Syrian province of Idlib, where terrorists, for example, from Aleppo, were transported to the internationally agreed de-escalation zone at one time

Classified papers: Turkey was prepared shooting down a second Russian fighter (photos)

Classified documents have revealed how the Turkish military was prepared for the shooting down of any Russian fighter jet violating Turkish airspace in the aftermath of another incident that took place in November 2015

Turkish forces and armed opposition attack a city in Idlib province

On Monday, units of the Turkish army and the formation of the armed Syrian opposition launched an attack on the positions of the Syrian army in Idlib province, learned BulgarianMilitary.com

A large Turkish military convoy entered the Syrian province of Idlib

A large Turkish military convoy entered the northwestern Syrian province of Idlib, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Turkish Daily Sabah on Monday

Serbia has received Pantsir-S1 missile system and prepares for policy pressure

The Pantsir-C1 anti-aircraft missile and gun systems received from Russia will strengthen Serbia, but will cause increased foreign policy pressure on Belgrade

Turkish soldiers have been killed in Tripoli, Erdogan said

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday that several Turkish servicemen had been killed in Libya, while also claiming that there were large losses in the ranks of the Libyan National Army

Four Russian military aircraft tried to enter Turkish airspace, but were intercepted

ANKARA, (BM) - Four Russian combat aircraft were intercepted by Turkey while trying to enter the country's airspace from Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing several sources, including Arabian Al Masdar News. Read more: BulgarianMilitary.com 24/7 – War in Syria: Who controls what and what happens The dangerous situation could well…

Syrian airstrikes before two days ago on pro-Turkish militants in leaked video

DAMASCUS, (BM) - Syrian state television published a video that captures the targeted attacks by government forces of the Syrian Arab Army (SAA) on terrorist positions, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: BulgarianMilitary.com 24/7 – War in Syria: Who controls what and what happens An airstrike against militants of pro-Turkish gangs…

Turkey addressed a new ultimatum to Russia, Putin doesn’t back down

ANKARA, MOSCOW, (BM) - As part of a telephone conversation between the presidents of Turkey and Russia, the Turkish leader said that in order to avoid a major military conflict in Syria, which Ankara is ready for, Russia is obliged to fulfill certain conditions, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing news agency Aviapro and sources from Turkey and…

Turkey deployed multiple launch rocket systems Hurricane in Idlib (video)

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkish Armed Forces deployed T-300 Kasirga ("Hurricane") multiple launch rocket launchers (MLRS) in the Syrian province of Idlib, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing Lenta.ru and IHA newspapper. Read more: Top 5 best anti-aircraft missile systems in the World Personnel with this technique passing through Idlib were…

Khalifa Haftar: Turkey transfers mercenaries from Syria to Libya

MOSCOW, (BM) - The government of national consent of Libya and Turkey used the armistice in Libya to transfer mercenaries from Syria, the commander of the Libyan National Army, Marshal Khalifa Haftar, said in an interview with RIA Novosti, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: BulgarianMilitary.com 24/7 – Libyan civil war news "A…

Turkey will deploy S-400s to protect its own troops in Syria from Russian fighters

ANKARA, (BM) - The head of the Turkish Ministry of Defense, Hulusi Akar, unexpectedly raised the issue of deploying S-400 air defense systems in the country, emphasizing that in spring these systems will be put on full combat alert, which does not exclude their use against Syria and Russia, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing AviaPro news agency…

Turkey requested Patriot missile systems from USA to fight Russia in Syria

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey had requested Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems from the United States, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing US' Bloomberg. It is alleged that a request was received to contain Russia in Idlib (Syria). The agency does not provide details or a source of information. Read more: BulgarianMilitary.com 24/7 – War in Syria:…

Turkey has stopped negotiations of Russian Su-35 or Su-57 fighters purchase

PANAGYURISHTE, (BM) - Some Turkish and Russian media claim that Turkey is not longer interested of purchasing of russian Su-35 and Su-57 fighter jets, learned BulgarianMilitary.com Read more: Turkey has decided which aircraft will replace the US F-35 fighter jet We recall that a few months ago, Turkey declared great interest in the Russian…

A Turkish military base in Syria was completely destroyed

DAMASCUS, (BM) - According Russian news agency Lenta.ru and North Press Agency in the area of ​​the Syrian city of Tel Tamr, a Turkish military base was completely destroyed, learned BulgarianMilitary.com citing both sources. Read more: BulgarianMilitary.com 24/7 – War in Syria: Who controls what and what happens Previously, there were at…

Erdogan threatens with new operation in Syria. Russia reacts to Turkey’s message

ANKARA, MOSCOW, (BM) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, speaking to members of the ruling Justice and Development Party, said that Ankara was ready to start a military operation in Idlib, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: BulgarianMilitary.com 24/7 – War in Syria: Who controls what and what happens “If the countries with which we…

Turkey to Russia: Syrian army has to withdraw or we’re starting military actions

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey in negotiations with Russia in Moscow insisted on the withdrawal of the Syrian army from the Idlib de-escalation zone, otherwise Ankara could resort to military action, said Omer Celik, spokesman for the Turkish ruling Justice and Development Party, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: BulgarianMilitary.com 24/7 – War…

Russia and Turkey continue jointly patrol in Syria, Russian admiral said

DAMASCUS, (BM) - Russian military police continue to patrol the Syrian-Turkish border on several routes in the Syrian provinces of Aleppo, Hasek and Rakka, Rear Admiral Oleg Zhuravlev, head of the Russian Center for the Reconciliation of the warring parties in the SAR, said at a briefing, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more:…

NATO refused to support Turkey in case of military operation in Idlib

BRUSSELS, (BM) - The Alliance will not provide military support to Turkey if it starts a military operation in Idlib, a diplomatic source in the mission of one of the Alliance’s countries in Brussels said, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: BulgarianMilitary.com 24/7 – War in Syria: Who controls what and what happens “NATO countries…

Military cooperation between Russia and Serbia reaching a whole new level

BELGRADE, (BM) - Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said that Russia will try to maintain the pace of military cooperation with Serbia, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Serbia unveils a new upgraded BVP M-80A infantry fighting vehicle “The interaction between the defense departments of Russia and Serbia has reached a…

Turkey has threatened Syria and announced offensive of the Turkish army

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan made a statement saying that he refuses the previously put forward demand for the cessation of the offensive operation of the Syrian army by the end of February, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: BulgarianMilitary.com 24/7 – War in Syria: Who controls what and what happens He…

Turkey gathers troops and armored vehicles on the border with Syria

ANKARA, (BM) - According to the Anatolian News Agency, at present, units of Turkish special forces, as well as ammunition trucks, are being pulled to the borders, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: War in Syria: Who controls what and what happens In particular, 43 wagons with armored personnel carriers were delivered to the city of…

A war between Turkey and Syria may start in the coming hours

ANKARA, (BM) - If Turkish soldiers in Syria are again targeted, Turkey will strike at Assad regime forces regardless of the 2018 Sochi deal with Russia, Turkey’s president said on Wednesday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Kurds attacked US military convoy in Syria. Russian military at the scene (video & photos) "If any harm…

Turkey announced possible air strikes over Damascus

ANKARA, (BM) - Head of the opposition Nationalist Movement Party (PNA) of Turkey Devlet Bahceli called diplomatic efforts to resolve the Syrian crisis meaningless, learned BulgarianMilitary.com quoting Anadolu agency. “Without the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad, stability cannot be achieved in Syria or Turkey. The Turkish people should plan a…

Large-scale artillery fire in Idlib, 5 Turkish soldiers were killed, 5 more were wounded

DAMASCUS, (BM) - Forces loyal to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad killed five Turkish soldiers in the northwestern Syrian province of Idlib on Monday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according NTV report, citing Turkish authorities and Forbes. Artillery fire by the Syrian forces wounded another five troops as Turkey’s military was massing forces…

Because of Syria, the US halted a secretive military intelligence programme with Turkey

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The United States has halted a secretive military intelligence cooperation programme with Turkey that for years helped Ankara target Kurdish PKK militants, learned BulgarianMilitary.com quoting Reuters. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Erdogan Announces…

Turkey has decided which aircraft will replace the US F-35 fighter jet

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced the creation of Turkish-made fighters by 2023, learned BulgarianMilitary.com according Turkish president statement. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Turkey ‘takes down’ F-35 with the desire to integrate the S-400…

Why did Russia attack Turkey in Idlib, Syria?

ANKARA, (BM) - There is no doubt that both Russia and the Damascus administration (and, according to some statements, the Iranian militias fighting in Syria) knew about the location of the Turkish troops. As is usually the case in joint military operations with the participation of many parties, Ankara in order to avoid clashes "agreed in advance"…

The Turkish army fired at least 60 missiles in Syria

DAMASCUS, (BM) - The Turkish military invasion of Syria was marked by powerful rocket fire, which the Syrian army experienced only a few times since the outbreak of war in the country, learned BulgarianMiiltary.com, quoting AviaPro. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Syrian…

Turkey ‘takes down’ F-35 with the desire to integrate the S-400 system into NATO

DAVOS, (BM) - Russian anti-aircraft missile systems (SAM) S-400 are compatible with American F-35 fighters and do not pose a threat to NATO, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said at a panel discussion at the World Economic Forum in Davos, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and…

Turkish S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems are armed and ready to fire

ANKARA, (BM) - Russia supplied Turkey with the regimental set of the S-400 Triumph anti-aircraft missile system more than 120 anti-aircraft guided missiles, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Russia and Turkey will start joint production of S-400…

After Russian S-400, Turkey will buy S-500 missile system and its technology

ANAKRA, (BM) - One of the world's leading defense industry magazines, Defense News, has dedicated its article to the recent rapprochement between Turkey and Russia. REPORT: Turkey announced transfer of S-400’s technology with Russia REPORT: NATO – to the Middle East, Russia – to the Mediterranean. Where is Turkey? Turkish officials in…

Greece buys F-35 for air superiority over Turkey

ATHENS, (BM) - Greece will mainly modernize its military aviation by purchasing 24 F-35 fighter jets from the United States, learned BulgarianMiitary.com, quoting BTA. Defense Minister Nikos Panagiotopoulos said in an interview with Sky TV that Greece will also modernize its existing F-35 and Mirage fighter jets. Read more: Military and…

Serbia unveils a new upgraded BVP M-80A infantry fighting vehicle

BELGRADE, (BM) - Serbia presented modernized BVP M-80A infantry fighting vehicle and the experimental firing from new weapons that the combat vehicle is equipped, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Military and defense analyzes, comments, opinions and rating – Defweek.com Read more: Serbia might have a S-400 defense systems on its…

Turkey banned the US from using the Incirlik base to attack Iran

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has banned the United States from using the Incirlik airbase in the event that the United States begins to strike on the territory of the Islamic Republic of Iran, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Regnum. Read more: Bad news for US – Turkey may close two military bases where U.S.…

Turkish firms associated with the production of F-35, want to move to Bulgaria

SOFIA, (BM) - Turkish firms participating in the F-35 fighter production program want to move to Bulgaria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. In an effort to avoid US sanctions, several Turkish firms that produce 937 parts for fifth-generation fighters are already inspecting sites in Bulgaria, according to BNR. Read more: Military and defense…

Turkey will use S-400 missile system, NATO’s batteries withdrew from Turkish border

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey bought Russian S-400 missile defense systems to use them, and has not pledged to anyone that they would go unused, according to the Turkey’s foreign minister statement on November last year. Read more: Second Batch of Russian S-400 Missile Defense Systems to Turkey May Be Delayed "Turkey has no commitment to anyone…

Montenegro buys high-tech Remote Control Weapon Stations from Israel totalling $35M

TEL AVIV, (BM) - For the first time in history, Israel and Montenegro signed a major, multi-million-dollar defense contract, the Ministry of Defense confirmed Monday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Montenegro Will Send Soldiers to Join KFOR in November The Government-to-Government contract with the Balkan state had been signed…

Bad news for US – Turkey may close two military bases where U.S. soldiers are stationed

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Sunday that Ankara may close two bases in Turkey where U.S. soldiers are stationed "if necessary", learned BulgarianMilitary.com. "If necessary, we will hold discussions with all our delegations, and if necessary, we may close Incirlik and Kurecik ," Erdogan said in a televised…

Russia and Turkey will start joint production of S-400 defense system and transfer of technologies

ANKARA, (BM) - Russia and Turkey will start joint production of S-400 defense system and transfer of technologies, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according head of the Turkish Defense Industry Directorate Ismail Demir statement and quoting Defenseweek. As we reported yesterday, Turkey could finalise terms for delivery of a second consignment…

US Senate Committee approves sanctions against Turkey over S-400’s purchase

WASHINGTON, (BM) - On Wednesday, members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee of the Senate voted to adopt a package of sanctions against Turkey over Ankara’s operation in northeastern Syria and the purchase of Russian S-400 air defense systems, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according senior committee democrat Robert Menendez statement. …

Turkey will not abandon S-400 defence systems to buy US’ Patriot

ANKARA, (BM) - Ankara will not abandon the Russian S-400 air defence systems in order to buy American Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan statement. Read more: Russia has built compatible batteries of Turkish S-400 with NATO hardware The Turkish president…

Russia has built compatible batteries of Turkish S-400 with NATO hardware

MOSCOW, (BM) - Turkey’s acquisition of the Russian S-400 surface to air missile system has led to serious questions particularly from other members of NATO alliance regarding the compatibility of the platform with the alliance’s military hardware, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: ‘If Turkey Does Not Get the F-35, We’ll Looking for…

A car bomb exploded near a Turkish military convoy in Syria

DAMASCUS, (BM) - An explosion of a car bomb during the passage of a Turkish military convoy in northern Syria has caused casualties, the Syrian Human Rights Watch Center reported, quoted by France Press, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Turkey Has Blamed the Kurds for Tensions Over the Past 24 Hours The non-governmental monitoring…

Turkey is studying in detail the characteristics of the Russian Su-35 fighter jet

ANKARA, (BM) - Ankara is carefully studying the tactical and technical characteristics of Russian Su-35 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Nezavisimaya Gazeta. Read more: ‘If Turkey Does Not Get the F-35, We’ll Looking for Alternatives’, the Turkish Foreign Minister Said This was stated by the Head of the Republic’s Defense…

‘If Turkey Does Not Get the F-35, We’ll Looking for Alternatives’, the Turkish Foreign Minister Said

ANKARA, (BM) - The Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu has said his country will be forced to look for alternatives to fifth-generation F-35 US fighter jets if the US refuses to transfer them to the republic, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Turkey and the US Discussed the S-400 Purchase – “It is a Very Serious Challenge” Trump…

Eastern Europe and NATO are ‘Hostages’ of Turkish Anti-PKK Policy

BRUSSELS, (BM) - Turkish authorities refuse to support NATO’s plan to protect the Baltic states and Poland from the “Russian threat” until the Alliance gives political support to Ankara in its operations against members of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) in northeastern Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Nezavisimaya Gazeta. Read…

Joint testing of F-16 fighter jet and S-400 defense system near Ankara (video)

ANKARA, (BM) - Video materials appeared on the network showing the testing of the S-400 anti-aircraft missile system in Turkey. We are talking about a complex that was partially acquired from Russia with the funds allocated by Moscow. The deal has been and remains a complaint from the United States. Read more: Turkey and the US Discussed the…

Turkey Will Use Its S-400 Missile Defense Systems, Minister Said

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey will use the S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems purchased by Russia and they will function to guarantee national territorial security, Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar told reporters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. According to the Turkish Defense Minister, Turkish troops are currently learning how to operate and use…

NATO Expects North Macedonia to Join the Alliance in 2020

BRUSSELS, (BM) - NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has said he expects North Macedonia to join the alliance next year, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: NATO to North Macedonia: We’re Ready to Welcome You He said the ratification process for NATO's entry documents is very close to completion. "Macedonia is very close to…

The Turkish Fifth Generation Fighter Program Might Have a New Tech-Partner

DUBAI, (BM) - Russia is ready to take part in developing Turkish fighter jets of 4++ and fifth-generation and offer its technologies, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according the Head of Russia’s Federal Service for Military and Technical Cooperation Dmitry Shugayev statement on Sunday. Read more: Turkey to Display Its Own 5th Gen Stealth…

Bad News for Russia: Turkey Will Help US Study S-400`s Impact on F-35 Fighters Jets

PANAGYURISHTE, (BM) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announced at a meeting with US President Donald Trump that Turkey has no intention of giving up Russia's S-400 air defense systems. We remind you that Turkey purchased these systems and the first deliveries began in the middle of this year, continuing until the end of the next. …

Serbia might have a S-400 defense systems on its territory because of Bulgaria’s mistake

SOFIA, (BM) - Russia's anti-aircraft missile defense system, the S-400 Triumph, poses a real threat to Bulgaria and NATO, Prof. Momchil Doichev, Co-Chairman of the Atlantic Council said on Saturday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. His statement is according allegations and so far only rumors have it that a S-400 remained in the territory of…

Turkish Airstrikes Neutralized Six Terrorists in Iraq

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkish fighter jets have “neutralized” six PKK terrorists in an operation in northern Iraq, learned bulgarianMilitary.com, qccording the Turkish National Defense Ministry statement. Turkish authorities often use the word "neutralized" to imply the terrorists in question surrendered or were killed or captured. Read more:…

Turkey and the US Discussed the S-400 Purchase – “It is a Very Serious Challenge” Trump Said

WASHINGTON, (BM) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday told Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan that his country's purchase of a Russian missile defense system was a "very serious challenge" for the United States but that he hoped the NATO allies would be able to resolve that dispute, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Turkish online media…

Romania Will Produce Piranha 5 Armored Vehicle for Its Army

WASHINGTON, (BM) - General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS) has started on November 6th the production of PIRANHA 5 vehicles at the factory of its strategic Romanian partner Uzina Mecanică București (UMB) which marks an important milestone in the PIRANHA 5 Program for the Romanian Army, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: The First…

Turkey Has Blamed the Kurds for Tensions Over the Past 24 Hours

ANKARA, (BM) - According to the Turkish Ministry of Defense, Kurds in northern Syria have violated the ceasefire in the last 24 hours by 16 times, BulgarianMilitary.com has learned, quoting FOCUS News Agency. Read more: Bashar Hafez al-Assad: ‘The War in Syria is Dangerous for Europe "While the Turkish armed forces demonstrate full…

Russia Provides Military Assistance to Terrorists, a Newspaper Reports

ANKARA, (BM) - Russia provides military assistance to the Kurds from the militias of the People’s Self-Defense Forces (SNA or YPG), which are the military wing of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) banned in Turkey, supplying them weapon and ammunition, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar. Read more: A Russia’s Su-57 Has Been…

Serbia Does Not Have money for S-400 Missile Systems and That’s Why Purchases Pantsir-S System

BELGRADE, (BM) - Serbia does not plan to purchase Russia's S-400 missile defense systems, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic interview on Wednesday. Read more: Serbia Would Like to Have the Russian S-400 Missile System in Service "From what I saw, this is an impressive system. But we don't plan to…

Turkish Air Strikes in Iraq – Five PKK Members Have Been Killed

ANKARA, (BM) - The Turkish armed forces have wiped out five members of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) as a result of an airstrike on their positions in northern Iraq, Turkey’s Ministry of National Defense said in a statement on Tuesday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Turkish Fighting Vehicles Have Been Destroyed in Syria by SDF…

Second Batch of Russian S-400 Missile Defense Systems to Turkey May Be Delayed

MOSCOW, (BM) - Delivery of a second batch of Russian S-400 missile defense systems to Turkey may be delayed beyond a planned 2020 timeline by talks on technology sharing and joint production, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according the head of Turkey's Defence Industry Directorate statement on Monday. NATO allies Turkey and the United States…

Turkish Fighting Vehicles Have Been Destroyed in Syria by SDF (Video)

DAMASCUS, (BM) - The forces of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), consisting of Kurdish formations, destroyed ATGM two ACV-15 infantry fighting vehicles in the areas of the settlements of Mahmoudiya and Tel Tamr, learned BulgarianMilitary, quoting Topwar. The military equipment belonged to the Turkish army or militants controlled by Ankara. …

China, India, Turkey, Algeria and Myanmar as a potential Buyers of Russia’s Su-57

MOSCOW, (BM) - US media outlet The National Interest, which focuses on the global defence industry, has come up with a short list of five nations that are more likely to buy Russia’s fifth-generation fighter jet, the Su-57, as the aircraft is about to be delivered to the Russian Air Force, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Turkey Has…

Turkey is a Partner of F-35 Program and Not Going to Buy Russian Su-35, Minister Said

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey’s National Defense Minister Hulusi Akar on Tuesday refuted media reports about Ankara’s plans to buy Russian Su-35 fighter jets, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. "Reports that Turkey will buy Su-35 fighter jets are not true. We are partners on the F-35 project . We want our rights to be granted," the Haberler news portal…

Russia and Serbia Have Used S-400 and Pantsyr-S Missile Systems, the Joint Drills Wrapped Up

BELGRADE, (BM) - Russia and Serbia have wrapped up their Slavic Shield-2019 joint drills using S-400 surface-to-air missile systems and a battery of Pantsyr-S anti-aircraft missile/gun launchers, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Russia Has Launched Sineva Missile from Nuclear Submarine (Video) "The Slavic Shield joint tactical…

Serbia Would Like to Have the Russian S-400 Missile System in Service

BELGRADE, (BM) - Serbia would like to have the Russian S-400 anti-aircraft missile system in service with its army, but so far it cannot afford it. This was stated by Serbian President Alexander Vučić, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar. Read more: Russia Has Deployed S-400 Air Missile Systems to Serbia The President of Serbia on…

Su-35 Might Be the Turkish Fighter Jet – Ankara and Moscow Are Close to Reaching Agreement

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey is close to reaching a deal with Moscow over the purchase of Su-35 fighter jets as well as co-manufacturing some components of the Russian-made jets, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Turkish sources. Read more: Russia and Turkey Continue Talks About Possible Su-35 Sale Turkish and Russian officials are…

Russia Has Deployed S-400 Air Missile Systems to Serbia

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia’s armed forces have deployed S-400 long range surface to air missile systems to Serbia, accompanied by complementary Pantsir-S1 air defence combat vehicles, for joint exercises with the armed forces of the Eastern European country, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Serbia Buys Russian Pantsyr-S Air Defence System…

Serbia Buys Russian Pantsyr-S Air Defence System

BELGRADE, (BM) - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has said he will soon inspect a Russian-made Pantsyr-S surface-to-air missile/gun system after Belgrade has placed an order for it, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting TASS. Read more: China Sells Armed Drones in Europe, Serbia is the End User "An S-400 is in our country because of the…

Turkish Defence Industry Has Began Work on Own Submarine

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey intends to develop its own diesel-electric submarine, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar and Defense News. As transmits "NPlus1" citing Defense News, the country's defense industry has already begun work on this topic. Read more: Submarine “Warsaw” and Club-S Cruise Missiles Might be Security Threat for Europe…

Turkey Prepares to Replace the F-35 with Another Fifth-Generation Aircraft

ISTAMBUL, (BM) - If the United States completely refuses to sell fifth-generation fighter aircraft F-35, Turkey will take advantage of alternative proposals for the purchase of aircraft, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Topwar. According to the Turkish leader, Ankara is receiving proposals for the supply of modern military aircraft…

The U.S. is Considering to Remove Nuclear Weapons from Turkish Incirlik Air Base

WASHINGTON, (BM) - US officials met in recent days to review plans to remove some 50 nuclear weapons housed under American control at the Incirlik Air Base in Turkey amid growing tensions with Ankara, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according The New York Times report. US President Donald Trump said Monday he would issue new sanctions against…

Video of Turkish Drone Hitting YPG/PKK With Pinpoint Accuracy

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) struck YPG/PKK terrorists who plan to target civilian settlements in Turkey's southern borders, the National Defense Ministry said on Monday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The ministry said on Twitter the "baby killer" YPG/PKK terrorists were replenishing ammunition to target civilian settlements in…

Turkish Planes Have Been Able to Attack Kurds Without Facing Serious Opposition

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Turkish warplanes pummeled Kurdish-held towns as Turkish ground troops streamed across the Syria-Turkey border on Oct. 9, 2019, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The air raids, artillery bombardment and other attacks killed at least 23 Kurdish fighters from the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces as well as nine civilians, the…

Turkey Has Developed and Tested Its Own Combat Laser System

ANKARA, (BM) - In Turkey, acceptance tests of the promising combat laser installation ARMOL, designed to combat drones, have passed, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. According to Jane's, the issue of accepting the installation of the Turkish army is currently being considered. Read more: Russia and Turkey Continue Talks About Possible Su-35…

Two Sources Confirm Turkish Airstrikes Have Begun

ANKARA, (BM) - Two sources confirm Turkish Airstrike in Syria nave begun, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said: 'Turkish troops, Syrian National Army begin Operation Peace Spring in northern Syria against PKK/YPG, Daesh terrorists' 'Turkey's aim is to eliminate terror corridor in southern border, to…

Turkey Has Started Airstrike in Syria Against Kurds

ANKARA, (BM) - Videos circulating on social media appear to show Turkish forces targeting Kurdish troops near Syria’s border with Iraq with airstrikes, just hours after the US announced it would be pulling out of the region, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Turkish Attack in Syria is Coming; Russian Fleet Practice Anti-Submarine…

Syrian Kurds: Turkey to Prepare for a War

DAMASCUS, (BM) - Representatives of Kurdish armed groups in Syria responded to statements by the Turkish president about their readiness to launch a military operation on the eastern bank of the Euphrates in northern Syria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: War in Syria: Turkish Special Forces Was Defeated by ‘Diverse Forces’,…

War in Syria: Turkish Special Forces Was Defeated by ‘Diverse Forces’, Including ISIS

BEIJING, (BM) - A few days ago, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that Turkey would create a security zone in northern Syria on its own, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: According Turkey, US Supports Terrorist PKK/YPG in Syria with 200 Trucks According to Erdogan, this is necessary to ensure the security of the…

Russia and Turkey Continue Talks About Possible Su-35 Sale

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia and Turkey are holding talks about the possible sale of Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jets, the head of Federal Service of Military-Technical Cooperation Dmitry Shugaev said in an interview with Russia’s RIA news agency, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: If Turkey Wants Su-35, Russia is Ready to Discuss the Purchase and…

Romania Plans to Invest €2.5B to Reconstruct Black Sea Air Base

BUCHAREST, (BM) - Following the tensions in Romania over the anti-Saudi air defense system from Bucharest, a statement was announced that the state plans to spend an additional 2,5 billion euros to “improve the security system”, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. In Romania, it must be recalled, there is an American missile defense facility. …

According Turkey, US Supports Terrorist PKK/YPG in Syria with 200 Trucks

ANKARA, (BM) - The U.S. delivered logistical support with about 200 trucks from Iraq to the regions in Syria occupied by terrorist organization YPG/PKK, learned BulgarinMilitary.com, quoting Yeni Safak. The trucks passed Semelka crossing on Syria-Iraq border on Saturday night, said the source, who asked not to be named due to restrictions on…

The US, Romanian and Ukrainian Military Will Conduct Observation Mission Over Russia

MOSCOW, (BM) - The US, Romanian and Ukrainian military will conduct an Open Skies observation mission over Russia on September 23-27, while Russia will carry out an observation flight over Slovenia, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting TASS. Read more: Russia and France Ready for Full-Fledged Military and Defence Cooperation "Russia…

Ukraine Develops Sensitive Defence Technologies with Turkey

ANKARA, (BM) - A seemingly lucrative defense architecture is flourishing on both shores of the Black Sea as neighbors Turkey and Ukraine vigorously cultivate procurement relations, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defense News. Most recently, state-controlled Ukrainian company Ukrspecexport and privately owned Turkish drone specialist…

Romania and Bulgaria are Accelerating Programs to Modernize Their Armed Forces

SOFIA, (BM) - As Russia becomes increasingly determined to project its military power over the Black Sea, Romania and Bulgaria are accelerating programs to modernize their armed forces and replace Soviet-designed gear with Western-made weapons and equipment, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Novinite. Read more: Bulgaria Climbed to 49th…

Talks are Underway on New State-of-the-Art Weapons Between Turkey and Russia

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia and Turkey are in talks on supplies of new state-of-the-art weapons, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday after talks with his Turksih and Iranian counterparts, Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Rassan Rouhani, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. Read more: Russia and India Discuss Production of…

China Sells Armed Drones in Europe, Serbia is the End User

BELGRADE, (BM) - Serbia’s military will receive Chinese-built armed drones in the coming months, marking the first time Chinese remotely piloted aircraft have been sold to a European country, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Stars and Stripes. Serbia will take delivery of nine Chengdu Pterodactyl-1 drones within six months, with a…

A Terrorist Attack with Improvised Explosives in Southeastern Turkey

ANKARA, (BM) - At least four civilians were martyred and 13 others seriously injured Thursday when the PKK terrorists targeted a vehicle carrying forest workers in southeastern Turkey, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according local governorate statement. Read more: PKK Terrorists Were Neutralized in an Air-Backed Operation in South-East Turkey…

S-400 Missile System Will be Part of Joint Russian-Serbian Exercise

MOSCOW, (BM) - First joint Russian-Serbian air defense exercises, Slavic Shield - 2019, will begin on Wednesday in southern Russia’s Astrakhan Region, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. Read more: Joint Military Exercise Between Russian and Serbian Armed Force "The exercise involves units of the air and missile…

Turkey`s Otokar Unveils Tulpar and Cobra Armored Vehicles at DSEi, London

LONDON, (BM) - Otokar, a Koç Group company, will participate in the 20th edition of DSEI on 10-13 September 2019 in London, UK, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. Otokar, which offers solutions with transfer of technology and local manufacturing models for land system requirements of its customers, exhibits TULPAR…

Turkey Has Successfully Test-Fired Its First Cruise Missile

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey has successfully test-fired its first cruise missile with a warhead capable of penetrating a concrete bunker, according to Turkey’s industry and technology minister, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. Read more: Russia Launched a Moskit Cruise Missile During the Exercise in East Sea (Video) …

Joint Military Exercise Between Russian and Serbian Armed Force

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia and Serbia have completed a joint military exercise by 1,000 troops at a proving ground in the Leningrad Region, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. Read more: Russian Military Units Have Repelled ‘Enemy’ Drone Attacks Taking part in the exercise were 200 pieces of military equipment, including…

U.S Allows Turkey to Rejoin the F-35 Program Under Certain Conditions

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The Pentagon would consider allowing Turkey to rejoin the F-35 program only if the Russian-made S-400 air defense system is completely removed from Turkish soil, meaning the government in Ankara could not simply keep the systems deactivated in warehouses, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defense 360 U.S. Read more:…

Erdogan Said His Country May Buy Russian-Made Su-35 and Su-57 Fighter Jets

MOSCOW, (BM) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said his country may buy Russian-made Su-35 and Su-57 fighter jets instead of US-made F-35 fighters, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. “Why not? We did not come here for nothing,” Erdogan said when asked whether Turkey was considering Russian-made fighter jets as…

Russia and Turkey Discuss a Large Joint Military Production, Including Production of Su-57

MOSCOW, (BM) - Turkey is interested in joint fighter jets production with Russia and other military production, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated on Tuesday on the outcomes of the talks with his Russian colleague Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the 2019 MAKS Air Show, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. …

The Deliveries of the Second Russian-Made S-400 Missile Systems to Turkey will begin on August 27

ISTAMBUL, (BM) - The deliveries of the second battalion of Russian-made S-400 long-range surface-to-air missile systems to Turkey will begin on August 27, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting TAAS and according Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar statement on Monday. Read more: Turkey Buys Different Fighter Jets, if U.S. Doesn’t Transfer…

Bilateral Ties Between Turkey and Pakistan Have Enhanced on Military and Strategic Levels

ISLAMABAD, (BM) - After Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan visit to Ankara in early 2019, bilateral ties with Turkey have been further enhanced on military and strategic levels, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence 360 Europe. Being traditional allies, Turkey and Pakistan have a special rapport but their recent consolidation of…

Turkey is Looking for New Fighter Jets and Considers Buying Russian Su-35

ANKARA, (BM) - The Turkish government is considering Russia's proposal to purchase a batch of Su-35 fighter jets, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting News.ru. According to the Yeni Safak newspaper, Turkish authorities asked all the relevant departments to evaluate the Russian proposal. The negotiations with Russia will star if the positive…

PKK Terrorists Were Neutralized in an Air-Backed Operation in South-East Turkey

ANKARA, (BM) - At least three PKK terrorists have been neutralized in southeastern Turkey, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Turkish MoD. Hakkari bölgesinde icra edilen hava destekli operasyonda üç PKK’lı bölücü terörist etkisiz hale getirildi.#MSB #TSK— T.C. Millî Savunma Bakanlığı (@tcsavunma) August 8, 2019 The separatist…

Turkey Upgrades the Vision Equipment of Preveze Class Submarines to State-of-the-art Technology

BERLIN, (BM) - HENSOLDT will upgrade the vision equipment used by the Turkish Navy’s Preveze Class submarines to state-of-the-art technology. The contract is worth approximately 40 million euros, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. For the first time, two SERO 400 systems will be combined. Read more: The German Navy’s K130 Corvettes Receiving…

Russia Plans to Deploy Troops and Equipment in Eastern Europe to Oppose US and NATO

LONDON, (BM) - Vladimir Putin will strengthen his grip on Eastern Europe with a new military base in the Serbian-dominated region of Bosnia and Herzegovina, it has emerged, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Express. Read more: Russia and Iran May Shortly Hold a Joint Naval Exercise in the Area of the Strait of Hormuz Whether it be the…

The US Has Warned Turkey – Any Turkish Operation in Northern Syria Would be “Unacceptable”

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The United States has warned that any Turkish operation in northern Syria would be "unacceptable" and vowed to step up talks to prevent unilateral incursions, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Al Jazeera. Read more: Heavy Bombardment in Syria’s Last Rebel-Held Province On Sunday, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said…

Turkey Buys Different Fighter Jets, if U.S. Doesn’t Transfer F-35 to Ankara – Mevlut Cavusoglu

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkey will buy fighter jets from different place, if Washington doesn`t transfer F-35 to Ankara, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu statement in a live broadcast of the TGRT television channel on Monday. Read more: ‘It is Not Fair’ That Washington Cannot Sell Ankara F-35 Fighter…

If Turkey Wants Su-35, Russia is Ready to Discuss the Purchase and Delivery

MOSCOW, (BM) - Russia’s Rostec state corporation is ready to supply Su-35 fighter jets to Turkey if Ankara expresses an interest in their purchase, Rostec chief Sergei Chemezov stated on Thursday, learned Bulgarianmilitary.com, quoting TASS. "If our Turkish colleagues express an interest, we are ready to discuss the deliveries of Su-35," the…

Turkey as a NATO Member is Much More Than S-400, Jens Stoltenberg Said

ASPEN, (BM) - NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg on Wednesday sought to downplay the disagreement between Turkey and NATO over Ankara’s decision to purchase a Russian-made missile defense system, insisting that the fracture does not suggest Turkey is turning away from the west and towards Russia, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defense…

According NATO – Belgium, Germany, Italy, Netherlands and Turkey stored 150 U.S. Nuclear Bombs in Europe

SOFIA, (BM) - According NATO`s report five European countries (Belgium, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Turkey) stored 150 U.S. nuclear bombs in Europe, learned Bulgarianmilitary.com, quoting NOVA TV and according a publicly available report by NATO. Read more: A Polish General Threatened Russia with a Nuclear Strike Quoting the same…

Serbia Buys Mistral 3 Short-Range Air Defence Systems by MBDA

BELGRADE, (BM) - On the 16 July, on the occasion of the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to Serbia, MBDA announces the signing of a contract for the acquisition of Mistral 3 short-range air defense systems by the Ministry of Defence of Serbia, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according MBDA statement. With this first European missile…

Busy Air Traffic – the Tenth Russian Aircraft with Components for S-400 Has Arrived in Turkey

ANKARA, (BM) - The tenth Russian aircraft with a new batch of components for S-400 missile systems has arrived in Ankara, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting TASS and according the Turkish Ministry of National Defense statement on Tuesday. "The deliveries of S-400 air defense systems continue. The tenth plane has landed at Murted Air Base ,"…

Greece Buys Seven MH-60R Seahawk Multi-Mission Helicopters Totaling $600 Million

WASHINGTON, (BM) - The State Department has cleared a possible $600 million foreign military sale of seven MH-60R Seahawk Multi-Mission helicopters to Greece, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defense News. Congress was notified of the sale July 12, according to an announcement posted to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency’s website.…

The First Shipment of a Russian Missile Defense System Has Arrived in Turkey

ANKARA, (BM) - The first shipment of a Russian missile defense system has arrived in Turkey, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Military Times. A Defense Ministry statement said "the first group of equipment" of the S-400 air defense systems has reached the Murted Air Base near the capital, Ankara. The delivery of parts of the system will…

Turkey Has Increased Its Military Deployment with Tanks and Artillery Near the Syrian Border

ANKARA, (BM) - Ankara has increased its military deployment near the Syrian border, including heavy weapons, armored vehicles and tanks, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Daily Sabah. Reports suggest that more than 50 tanks and artillery batteries were deployed over the last two days near Tal Abyad, located next to Turkey's border…

Ankara Will Use the S-400 Missile Systems in the Event of a Possible Attack Against Turkey, Erdogan Said

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told reporters yesterday that Ankara will use the Russian-made S-400 missile systems in the event of a possible attack against Turkey, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. “Some wonder why we are buying and making such an investment. If necessary, we will have the right to use them. If someone…

The Delivery of S-400 for Turkey is Underway, Erdogan Said

ANKARA, (BM) - Preparations continue to dispatch Russian-made S-400 air defense missile system to Turkey and an operation to load them onto a transport plane is underway, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting TASS. "The preparations for the dispatch of S-400 system continue. The loading is underway. There are agreed dates for S-400…

The U.S. Has Donated High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles to Bosnia and Herzegovina’s

SARAJEVO, (BM) - Government of the United States (U.S) has donated 20 M1123 cargo/troop carrier High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWV, Humvee) to Bosnia and Herzegovina’s (BiH’s) Armed Forces Wednesday here, the embassy’s social account stated, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Army Recognition. Read more: The Armed Forces of…

Turkey to Determine S-400 Future Positioning, 44% of Turkish People Support This Purchase

ANKARA, (BM) - The Russian S-400 missile defense system will arrive shortly and be put into active use, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Presidential Spokesman Ibrahim Kalın statement. "Work is underway to determine its future positioning," he added. "S-400 is not a defense system that can pose threats within our NATO security…

Next Week, You Shall Witness the Implementation of the S-400 Deal, says Turkish Defense Official

ANKARA, (BM) - Deliveries of Russian S-400 missile defense systems may begin next week, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according Turkish Undersecretary for Defense Industries Ismail Demir statement. "You’ll see when a week has passed. Our president has set the delivery deadlines. The first week of July is behind us. Next week, you shall witness…

Naval Group and SNC to Build New Romanian Multi-Mission Corvettes and Modernise the T22 Frigates

BUCKAREST, (BM) - The Romanian authorities announced the selection of Naval Group and its partner Santierul Naval Constanta (SNC) for the programme to build four new Gowind multi-mission corvettes, to modernise the T22 frigates and to create a maintenance centre and a training centre in Romania, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Naval…

Argentina, Djibouti, Iraq, Lebanon and Romania Purchase Tactical Vehicles by Oshkosh Totaling $320 Million

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Argentina, Djibouti, Iraq, Lebanon and Romania purchase family of medium tactical vehicle variants by Oshkosh totaling $320 million, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: BAE Systems Develops New Amphibious Combat Vehicle for U.S. Marine According US Department of Defense work will be performed in Oshkosh, Wisconsin,…

Ankara Would Turn to the International Court if Washington Refuses to Implement the Contract for F-35

ANKARA, (BM) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Thursday he believes US President Donald Trump knows why Ankara had decided to buy Russian S-400 missile systems, learned BulgarianMiitary.com, quoting TASS. "Mr. Trump knows Turkey's concerns, why we needed this system and how we came to this point very well," he said in an…

European Countries Buy Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) by Lockheed Martin

WASHINGTON, (BM) - Poland and Romania buy Lockheed`s Army Tactical Missile System Block IA Unitary, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according US DoD statements. Read more: Poland Began a Massive Modernization of Its Army by 2026 at a Total Value of €43 Billion According the US DoD statement, Lockeed Martin has been awarded a $561 million…

The Turkey’s Purchase of S-400 Concerns Only Ankara and Washington, but Not NATO

ANKARA, (BM) - Permanent Representative of Turkey to NATO Basat Ozturk said that the problems related to the Turkey's acquisition of the Russian S-400 air-defence systems were a matter of the bilateral relations between Turkey and the United States, and not with the North Atlantic Alliance, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. “S-400 is not a NATO…

The Bulgarian Special Forces Participate In the Exercise “Decisive Strike 2019” In North Macedonia

SKOPIE, (BM) - Chief of Defence, General Andrey Botsev, and the commander of the Special Operations Forces, Brigadier General Yavor Mateev, will watch today, June 17, the final stage of the international exercise Decisive Strike 2019 in Krivolak, North Macedonia, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: The Bulgarian Special Forces Will…

Turkey to Display Its Own 5th Gen Stealth Fighter Jet at the Paris for First Time

PARIS, (BM) - Turkish Aerospace, a company that builds significant parts for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, announces that at Paris Air Show it will show off a full-scale model of a new fighter jet its building, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according comapny`s statement. Read more: The U.S. Offer to Sell Patriot Missiles Was Not As Good As…

At the Request of Turkey, the Russian Air Force Have Carried Out Air Strikes Against Rebels in Idlib Province

MOSCOW, (BM) - The press service of the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation announced that aircraft of the Russian Aerospace Forces (VKS), at the request of the Turkish side, had carried out four air missile strikes against positions of the rebels in Idlib province, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The Turkey's request for help is…

Exercise Strike Back 2019 Shows a Very Good Interaction between the Military Coalition

SOFIA, (BM) - A very good interaction in the carrying out tasks typical of a defence operation was demonstrated yesterday, June 12, by servicemen from Bulgaria, the United States, Albania, North Macedonia and Greece at the Novo Selo Training Area, where the exercise Strike Back 2019 is taking place, learned Bulgarianmilitary.com. The tactical…

Kosovo Marks 20 Years Since NATO Forces Arrived

PRISTINA, (BM) - Kosovo marks 20 years since NATO forces arrived

Bulgaria to Guard North Macedonia’s Airspace When We Acquire the New Jets, Borisov said

SOFIA, (BM) - Bulgaria could help protect its southwestern neighbour North Macedonia’s airspace if it completes a deal for the purchase of eight F-16 aircraft from the United States, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Reuters. Read more: If Bulgaria Acquires the F-16, It Will Enter Into Other NATO Plans, the Bulgarian Prime Minister Said …

Turkish Jets Violated Greek National Airspace 99 Times on Tuesday – GEETHA

ATHENS, (BM) - In what is seen as a response to an ongoing annual exercise by the Hellenic Navy in the Aegean, Turkish jets violated Greek national airspace 99 times on Tuesday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting e-Kathemirini and according the Hellenic National Defense General Staff (GEETHA) statement. Forty-six of those violations were…

Kurdish Militants Were Killed in Syria by Turkey`s Military Forces

ANKARA, (BulgarianMilitary.com) - Turkey killed 10 Kurdish militants in Syria’s Tel Rifaat region on Sunday in retaliation for an attack that killed a Turkish soldier, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, according the Turkish Defence Ministry statement. Read more: Israel intends to take care of the “Syrian Problem” by itself due the US`s decision to…

The Tactical Exercise of the Bulgarian Air Defence – Shabla 2019 Has Begun. Serbia and the U.S. Also Participate

VARNA, (BulgarianMilitary.com) - Yesterday, June 10, was opened the joint tactical exercise “Shabla  2019” with combat firing of Air Defence formations of the Bulgarian Army, joint experimental and combat firing of aviation formations of the  Air Force with international participation, firing with missile complex  9K79 Tochka, and performance of…

NATO and Turkey Mil-to-Mil Relations Are Strong, But You Cannot Operate an F-35 in the Vicinity of an S-400

BRUSSELS, (BulgarianMilitary.com) - NATO’s recently installed Supreme Allied Commander Europe walked a delicate line on Friday, reiterating U.S. concerns about Turkey’s acquisition of the S-400 anti-aircraft missile system from Russia yet affirming Ankara’s value as an ally, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defense One. Read more: Jens…

Greece Received 70 Bell OH-58D Kiowa Armed Helicopters and One Boeing CH-47D Chinook

ATHENS, (BGM) - Just 16 months from signing a Letter of Offer and Acceptance between the United States and Greece, the Security Assistance Command has delivered 70 Bell OH-58D Kiowa Warrior armed reconnaissance helicopters and one Boeing CH-47D Chinook heavy-lift helicopter, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Air Recognition. “This is the…

Bulgarian Servicemen Participate in the International Exercise Platinum Wolf 2019 in the Republic of Serbia

SOFIA, (BGM) - Servicemen from the 10th Mechanized Battalion of the Brigade Command take part in the international joint exercise Platinum Wolf 2019 in the Republic of Serbia, Military Base South, located near the town of Bujanovac, from 3 to 18 June 2019, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Commander of the Bulgarian platoon is Captain Miroslav…

The U.S. Offer to Sell Patriot Missiles Was Not As Good As the Russian Offer, Erdogan Said

ISTANBUL, (BGM) - President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday it was out of the question for Turkey to take a step back from its deal with Moscow to buy Russian S-400 missile defence systems, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Reuters. Speaking to reporters after morning prayers, Erdogan also said an offer from the United States to sell…

NATO to North Macedonia: We’re Ready to Welcome You

SCOPIE, (BGM) - NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg praised North Macedonia’s journey towards European and transatlantic integration during a visit to Skopje on Monday (3 June 2019), learning bulgarianMilitary.com, quoting NATO statement. Jens Stoltenberg: “NATO membership will bring greater security and prosperity for all the people of…

Is Turkey Delaying the S-400 Procurement Upon the Request of the U.S.? That’s Not Truth, Turkey said

ANKARA (BGM) - The delivery schedule for Russia’s S-400 missile defence systems to Turkey is continuing as planned, Turkish Foreign Ministry spokesman Hami Aksoy said on Friday, dismissing reports that Ankara was evaluating a delay in response to U.S. concerns, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Reuters. Turkey’s purchase of the Russian…

Turkey Has Launched a “Claw Operation” Against PKK Targets in Northern Iraq (Video)

ANKARA (BGM) - The Turkish military has launched a counter-terrorism operation against PKK targets in northern Iraq’s Hakurk region, according to the Defense Ministry, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Hurriyet. Called “Operation Claw,” the offensive started in the afternoon on May 27 with artillery salvos and airstrikes, the ministry said…

Turkey: They Can Not Kick Us Out of the F-35 Program

ANKARA (BGM) - Tensions have escalated between two NATO allies after Washington gave Ankara two weeks to decide on its S-400 deal with Russia, threatening to remove the country from the F-35 program, as we (BGN) reported this month. Read more: The United States Has Given Turkey Two Weeks to Abandon the Russian S-400 Missile Systems The US…

Frontex Launched Its First Fully – Fledged Joint Operation Outside the EU

TIRANA (BGM) - Frontex launched its first fully - fledged joint operation outside the European Union, deploying 50 officers with 16 patrol cars and one thermo-vision van from 12 EU Member States to support Albania in border control and tackling cross-border crime, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting the Agency statement. The launch event…

The Bulgarian and Greek Special Operations Forces Will Demonstrate Their Capabilities Today

SOFIA (BGM) - General Andrey Botsev, the Bulgarian Chief of Defence, and General Christos Christodoulou, the Chief of the Hellenic National Defence General Staff, will watch today, May 23, in the region of Cheshnegirovo Air Base, Sadovo Municipality, the final stage of the joint preparation of the Special Operations Forces, learned…

The United States Has Given Turkey Two Weeks to Abandon the Russian S-400 Missile Systems

WASHINGTON, (BM) - In a little more over two weeks, Turkey must finally make a decision on the issue of the purchase of the US fighter jets - F-35 bombers instead of the Russian S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems. Otherwise, the United States is threatening Ankara with the most negative consequences, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting news…

Turkey Is Ready for S-400 Delivery

ANKARA, Turkey (BulgarianMilitary.com) - Ankara is ready to accept the delivery of S-400 missile systems as soon as Russia is ready to deliver them, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu stated on Friday, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Turkish Servicemen Will Start Training In Russia to Operate S-400 Missile Defence System …

Russia and Serbia with a Joint Military Exercise In the Second Half of the Year

BELGRADE, Serbia (BulgarianMilitary.com) - During his visit to Serbia, the Commander of the Western Military District (WMD) troops of the Russian Federation, Colonel-General Alexander Zhuravlev, discussed with Lieutenant General Milosav Simovic, the Serbian Army Commander, the conducting of joint exercises with the use of real ammunition, learned…

The Joint Preparation of Bulgarian and Greek Special Operations Forces Has Begun

SOFIA, Bulgaria (BulgarianMilitary.com) - A joint preparation of formations of the 68th Special Forces Brigade and the Special Operations Forces of the Hellenic Republic started on May 16 and will take place on the territory of Bulgaria, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Until May 23, the Bulgarian and Greek servicemen will work on special…

America Wants Sanctions Against Turkey If It Buys the Russian S-400 System

WASHINGTON, the U.S. (BulgarianMilitary.com) - A group of US congressmen, representing the Democrats and Republicans, presented a resolution calling on several committees of the US House of Representatives for “full implementation of sanctions” against Turkey under the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA), and for…

The Deal Between Russia and Turkey for the S-400 Is Stopped According German Media

BERLIN, Germany (BulgarianMilitary.com) - The Bild's German online edition published late on Friday last week that, according to the information from diplomatic circles that reached them on Friday, the deal between Turkey and Russia for acquisition of the Russian S-400 has been stopped, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Read more: Turkey: We Are…

Otokar Has Made Debut the Very First Version of the AKREP Electric Vehicle

ISTANBUL, Turkey (BulgarianMilitary.com) - Otokar has made debut the very first version of the family “AKREP IIe Electric Vehicle” at IDEF 2019 in Istanbul, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence and Technology. The AKREP II is the latest product of Otokar’s design and development studies and a proof of Otokar’s ability to leverage its…

Turkish Servicemen Will Start Training In Russia to Operate S-400 Missile Defence System

MOSCOW, the Russian Federation (BulgarianMilitary.com) - Around 100 Turkish servicemen will start training at a military center in Russia to operate S-400 missile defense systems at the end of May, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting TASS. Read more: Turkey will Start Deployment of the Russian S-400 systems in October 2019 "At the…

Jens Stoltenberg for Turkish S-400: Decisions About Military Procurement Are for Nations to Make

BRUSSELS , Belgium (BulgarianMilitary.com) - NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg, commending Turkey's contributions to the alliance, emphasized that NATO allies stand in solidarity with Turkey as it faces serious security challenges, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Anadolu Agency. Stoltenberg answered the questions of Anadolu…

Turkey Is Likely To Become a Russia Partner in an S-500 Air Defence Project

ISTANBUL, Turkey (BulgarianMilitary.com) - The dynamics in the deterioration of the US-Turkey relations over the past few months, mainly related because of the fact that Turkey buys the Russian S-400 systems, may cause Russia to invite Turkey as a partner in the development of the new S-500 air defence system, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. …

Russia and Turkey Are Jointly Working on Developing Helicopters

MOSCOW, the Russian Federation (BulgarianMilitary.com) - Russia and Turkey are jointly working on developing helicopters, the press office of Russia’s state arms seller Rosoboronexport reported on Monday, learned BulgarianMilitary, quoting UKDJ Read more: Russia Tests a New Onboard AI System on Mi-28N Attack Helicopter “We have a number…

Turkey Is Taking Quick Steps to Develop Its Own Air Defence Systems

ISTANBUL, Turkey (BulgarianMilitary.com) - “Turkey is taking quick steps to develop its own air defence systems”, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said in the speech to the defence industry in Istanbul, learned BullgarianMilitary.com Read more: Turkey Has Released a Turkish-Language Advertisement of the Russian 5th Generation Su-57 …

The Turkish Pars 4×4 Anti Tank Vehicle is Poised to Set New Standards in the Market

ISTANBUL, Turkey (BulgarianMilitary.com) - The vehicle, developed in line with the requirements of Turkish Land Forces Command, is poised to set new standards in the market, being equipped with features not found in any other vehicles in its class, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence and Technology The PARS 4x4 ANTI TANK was…

Romania Will Purchase Five Secondhand F-16 Fighter Jets from Portugal

BUCHAREST, Romania (BulgarianMilitary.com) - Romania will buy five more F-16 aircraft from Portugal and the acquisition procedure could be completed this year, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence and Technology and according to Romanian defense minister Gabriel Les. According to Romania Insider, Commenting on the news that the U.S.…

Apostolakis: If Turkey Acquires S-400, Greece Needs to Buy F-35, So There Is a Balance of Power

ATHENS, Greece (BulgarianMilitary.com) - Greek Defense Minister Evangelos Apostolakis says he is concerned with Turkey’s purchase of Russian-built S-400 air defence system, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Ekathimirini In a wide-ranging interview with Open TV on Thursday night, Apostolakis said Ankara’s acquisition of the system will…

AEGIS Ashore Missile Defence System in Romania Will Undergo a Long-Planned Update This Summer

DEVESELU BASE, Romania (BulgarianMilitary.com) - NATO’s AEGIS Ashore Ballistic Missile Defence site in Romania will undergo a long-planned update this summer, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting NATO. This update say the alliance, which has been taking place across the Aegis Ballistic Missile Defence system fleet, will not provide any…

Albania Sells Old Fighter Jets From the Soviet Union Era Starting at 10,000 €

TIRANA, Albania (BulgarianMilitary.com) - Albania is preparing to auction off a few dozen early Cold War, vintage fighter jets—most of which date back to the late 1940s or 1950s—at prices starting at just around 10,000€, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Fortune. Albanian Defense Minister Mimi Kodheli tells the Associated Press that the…

Turkey Has Released a Turkish-Language Advertisement of the Russian 5th Generation Su-57

ANKARA, Turkey (BulgarianMilitary.com) - A Turkish advertising comparative infographic, comparing the US 5th generation F-35 combat aircraft with its Russian counterpart Su-57, is already circulating extensively in the print and online media in Turkey, and, moreover, it is in Turkish language, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. Turkish advertising…

37 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicles Were Donated to Albania

TIRANA, Albania (BulgarianMilitary.com) - 37 Mine-Resistant Ambush-Protected (MRAP) vehicles, donated by the US government, were handed-off for the Albanian Armed Forces on 4 April, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Defence Blog. The ceremony was attended by Albanian Defense Minister Olta Xhacka, charge d’affaires at the U.S. Embassy in…

THAAD Missile Defense Systems to Be Deployed In Romania

WASHINGTON, the United States (BulgarianMilitary.com) - The United States European Command (EUCOM) has announced that, at NATO's request, the US side will deploy a ballistic missile defence (BMD) system THAAD in Romania in the summer of 2019, says an announcement, published on the EUCOM official website on April 11, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. …

Turkey: We Are Ready To Buy More S-400 Systems From Russia. The F-35 Is Not the Only Fighter Aircraft

ANKARA, Turkey (BugarianMilitary.com) - Turkey may do a new deal with Russia for the delivery of S-400 surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems if the United States eventually refuses to deliver to the country Patriot surface-to-air missile systems, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. This opportunity was announced on Wednesday in an interview with the…

What is the Real Technical Risk for F-35 if Turkey has the S-400 Anti-Aircraft System?

WASHINGTON, the U.S. (BulgarianMilitary.com) - The disagreement over the S-400 exacerbates the strategic and tactical concerns that exist in an already shaky alliance, reported BulgarianMilitarty.com, quoting Defense News "The whole 'Should Turkey be in NATO?’ question pops up a lot, and is inevitable,” said Rick Berger, a defense budget and…

The Pentagon Hopes Turkey Will Replace the Russian S-400 With the Patriot Systems. Turkey: The Deal for the F-35 Is Still Open

WASHINGTON, the U.S. (BulgarianMilitary.com) - One day after the United States decided to stop the deliveries of equipment for the Turkish F-35, the U.S. Secretary of Defense Patrick Shanahan believes that Turkey will make a “right decision” and will give up on the Russian S-400 missile defense system, focusing its attention on the US Patriot,…

USA to Turkey: Because of the Russian S-400 Your Deliveries Associated with F-35 Have Been Suspended

WASHINGTON, the United States (BulgarianMilitary.com) - The United States has stopped the transfer to Turkey of support equipment for the Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) as Ankara moves ahead with plans to procure a Russian ground-based air defence system, learned BulgarianMilitary.com, quoting Jane`s. The…

Erdogan Says Turkey Won’t Turn Back From S-400 Deal with Russia

ANKARA, Turkey (BulgarianMilitary.com) – On Saturday, in a speech in Burdur, telecast by the NTV channel, the Turkish President Recep Erdogan stated that Ankara would not give up buying the S-400 missile systems from Moscow. His statement comes a day after the informal deadline, set by the U.S. Turkey to respond whether it will go ahead with the…

Macedonia Is a Step Forward Toward Becoming the 30th Member of NATO

BRUSSELS, Belgium (BulgarianMilitary.com) - The Balkan country of Macedonia is a step forward toward becoming the 30th member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization as key text was signed during a ceremony between the Republic of North Macedonia and NATO at the Alliance headquarters in Brussels, Belgium yesterday (6th February 2019), learned…

NATO Starts Building Its First Western Balkans Air Base in Kucova, Albania

TIRANA, Albania (BulgarianMilitary.com) – The Ministry of Defence of Albania announced on Thursday (24th January 2019) that NATO has officially launched works in Albania’s Kucova for building its first air base in the Western Balkans, learned BulgarianMilitary.com The beginning of the unique for the Western Balkans Project was marked by a…

Turkey Does Not Give Up the S-400. The USA Sends a Team to Clarify the Technical Risks.

ANKARA, Turkey (BulgarianMilitary.com) - Turkey and the USA have agreed a U.S. team of technical expert to visit Turkey within the next weeks and clarify what the technical risks for the F-35 are in case of usage of the Russian S-400s by Turkey, learned BulgarianMilitary.com Read more: Kremlin Spokesman: Russia Presses Ahead with the S-400 Sale…

Turkey Cleared by the USA to Purchase a Package of Patriot Systems

WASHINGTON, the USA (BulgarianMilitary.com) — Despite the ongoing disputes in connection with the decision of Turkey to buy the Russian air defence system S-400, the United States State Department has cleared Ankara to purchase a package of Patriot systems at the estimated price of $3.5 billion, learned BulgarianMilitary.com Read more: Turkey’s…

The Decision about the Future Army of Kosovo Defined as “Irreversible”

PRISTINA, Kosovo (BulgarianMilitary.com) — Last week Kosovo voted to upgrade its armed security force and create an army and the decision was defined as “irreversible” by the country’s president on Sunday (16th December 2018). President Hashim Thaci also offered assurance that the decision will not threaten the ethnic Serbs living in the former…

The USA Supports Kosovo’s Intention to Create a National Army

PRISTINA, Kosovo (BulgarianMilitary.com) - The USA supports Kosovo's intention to create a National Army. That was revealed by the U.S. ambassador to Pristina on 6th December 2018, learned BulgarianMilitary.com The former Serbian province, Kosovo, declared its independence in 2008 and it is expected on 14th December 2018 to be voted whether the…

Turkey’s Foreign Minister Considers the Purchase of Russian S-400s to be a “Done Deal”

MOSCOW, the Russian Federation (BulgarianMilitary.com) – Following the U.S. warnings to Turkey that the purchase of the Russian S-400 surface-to-air missile systems threatens the transfer of the F-35 stealth fighter to Ankara, on Tuesday, the Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said in response that the deal with Russia is “a done deal”,…

Observation Posts to Be Set Up by the US Military on Syria-Turkey Border

WASHINGTON, the USA (BulgarianMilitary.com) – The U.S. Defence Secretary James N. Mattis announced that the United States military is setting up several observation posts in Syria beside the border with Turkey, learned BulgarianMilitary.com During a Pentagon press briefing on 21 November 2018, Mattis explained that the major purpose of the…

Russia and Serbia Conducted the Fourth Joint Flight-Tactical Exercise BARS 2018

MOSCOW, the Russian Federation, (BulgarianMilitary.com) - In the period from 1st to 5th October, for the second time, Serbia hosted the joint Russian-Serbian flight tactical exercise BARS 2018. Within the drill in the Serbian sky, pilots from the Russian Aerospace Forces and the Serbian Air Force, as well as representatives from the Serbian Air…

The High-Speed USNS Carson City Is Tested on the Black Sea for Logistics Purposes

CONSTANTA, Romania (BulgarianMilitary.com), 3 September 2018, Editor: Galina Zdravkova, Photo credit: Sgt. Kris Bonet, U.S. Army/U.S. Transportation Command members oversee the docking of the USNS Carson City (T-EPF 7) at the Port of Constanta, Romania on 24 August 2018. The US Army announced on 28 August 2018 that the high-speed vessel USNS…

Four New Commando Brigades and Military Appointments in Turkey

ANKARA, Turkey (BulgarianMilitary.com), 17 August 2018, Editor: Stanislava Georgieva Alongside with the new presidential cabinet of Turkey, at the meeting of the Turkish Supreme Military Council, held in August, were taken the first steps of the new defense conception that concern restructuring changes, learned BulgarianMilitary.com. The…

Montenegro Will Send Soldiers to Join KFOR in November

PODGORICA, Montenegro (BulgarianMilitary.com), 08 August 2018, Editor: Stanislava Georgieva, Photo credit: Wikipedia According to an announcement of Montenegro Defense Ministry, the Parliament has approved the proposal, sent previously this year by the Montenegro’s National Security Council, to be deployed Montenegrin servicemen to join NATO…

The Multinational Joint Exercise “Platinium Lion 18” Begins

SOFIA, Bulgaria (BulgarianMilitary.com), 31 July 2018, Editor: Stanislava Georgieva, Photo credit: Mil.Gov.ua The Bulgarian-American joint exercise „Platinum Lion 18“ began yesterday, 30th July, on the territory of Novo Selo training polygon. The training will last till 10th August, learned BulgarianMilitary.com Read more: Eight NATO member…

The Negotiations on An-188 Joint Production between Turkey and Ukraine Move Onwards

ANKARA, Turkey (BulgarianMilitary.com), 30 July 2018, Editor: Galina Zdravkova, Photo credit: Antonov/the An-188 aircraft showcased at Eurasia-2018 in Antalya, Turkey Turkish officials revealed that the negotiations on the joint production of the An-188 STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) military cargo aircraft between aerospace and procurement…

ARMA 6×6 by Otokar, Turkey

PLOVDIV (Bulgaria), May 30, 2018, Source: Otokar, Photo: Otokar (green camouflage) ARMA is a new generation modular multi-wheeled vehicle with superior tactical and technical features. Thanks to its superior mobility, high mine and ballistic protection and wide range of weapon integration options, ARMA is capable to serve modern armies in the…

Turkey and Rolls-Royce Will Soon Finalize the TF-X Engine Deal

ANKARA (Turkey), May 29, 2018, Author: Bm News Team, Photo: Adam Berry/Getty Images The Defence Procurement Agency of Turkey and Rolls-Royce will soon finalize the TF-X engine deal. In connection with that a letter of intent was signed by Undersecretariat for Defence Industries (SSM) chief Ismail Demir and British Minister for Defence…

Turkey is Again Warned By the USA on the Russian S-400s

BRUSSELS (Belgium), April 30, 2018, Text: Bm News Team, Photo: NATO (left to right: Mevlut Cavusoglu (Minister of Foreign Affairs, Turkey); Mike Pompeo (US Secretary of State); NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg; Boris Johnson (UK Minister of Foreign Affairs) The new top diplomat of the USA, Mike Pompeo, met his Turkish colleague at a…

The Manufacturing of the Russian S-400 Missiles Sold to Turkey Is On

MOSCOW (Russia), April 27, 2018, Text: Bm News Team, Photo: Reuters The manufacturing of the S-400 missiles sold to Turkey is already on. This was announced by the General Director of the company Rosoboronexport, Alexandre Miheev, on 25th April, reported Hürriyet Daily News. In accordance to the announced by RIA Novosti (a state-controlled…

Altay Tanks Will Be Delivered to Turkey Under a Multibillion-Dollar Contract

ANKARA (Turkey), April 25, 2018, Author: Galina Zdravkova (Bm), Photo: defensenews.com Altay tanks manufactured by the privately owned Turkish-Qatari company BMC will be delivered to Turkey under a multibillion-dollar contract, reported Defense News. The awarding of the contract involving serial production of the Turkish first indigenous,…

Albania Wants a US Military Base on Its Territory

TIRANA (Albania), April 19, 2018, Source: mediapool.bg, Editor: Galina Zdravkova (Bm), Photo: Albanian Defence Ministry via AP Albania wants the USA to build a military base on its territory for countering the Russian influence. This was stated on 17th April in Washington by the Albanian Minister of Defence Olta Xhacka, quoted by France Press.…