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SAHA 2026 is an international exhibition organized by SAHA Istanbul, Türkiye’s largest defense aerospace and space industry cluster. The event will take place at the Istanbul Fair Center (IFC) from 5 to 9 May 2026.SAHA 2026 is a multi-stakeholder platform showcasing technologies developed in the fields of land, sea, air, space, unmanned systems and disruptive innovation, while facilitating strategic partnerships, technology transfer and industrial collaboration on a global scale.Organization and

RT-2PM2 Topol-M (NATO reporting name: SS-27 "Sickle B", Russian system designation: RT-2PM2 or RS-12M2), is the first intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) system fully designed and developed by the Russian Federation after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Serving as a key element of the strategic deterrence doctrine, the system is based on a solid-fuel, three-stage propulsion architecture and has a range capacity of up to 11,000 kilometers.【1】 The primary motivation behind its developme

Sarsılmaz, with a heritage approaching 150 years, has become one of Türkiye’s leading and innovative brands in the defense industry. Founded in 1880 in Elazığ, the company continued its growth journey in Istanbul in 1956, establishing one of the largest integrated weapons manufacturing facilities in Europe.Sarsılmaz offers a wide range of products extending from handguns to military firearms. The company sustains its growth by prioritizing quality through innovative production processes, focusin

Railgun technology is based on the principle of converting electrical energy into mechanical motion. Unlike conventional weapon systems that rely on explosives such as gunpowder, railguns achieve high-velocity projectile launch through electromagnetic forces. This technology holds potential not only in the defense industry but also in scientific applications.Working PrincipleA railgun essentially consists of two parallel conductive rails and a conductive projectile (armature) positioned between

To strengthen Türkiye’s integrated air defense architecture, new contracts worth a total of 6.5 billion US dollars have been signed with institutions within the defense industry. These agreements cover projects to be carried out under the coordination of the Presidency of Defense Industries (SSB), aiming to develop and enhance the integrated air defense system known as “Çelik Kubbe”.The signing ceremony was hosted by HAVELSAN and attended by SSB President Haluk Görgün, SSB Vice President Hüseyin

Andoz Castle is a historical fortress located in the Espiye district of Giresun province, in the Black Sea region of Türkiye. It was built on a rocky hill with a commanding view of the sea, approximately 2–3 kilometers west of the Espiye town center. Positioned at an altitude of about 250 meters above sea level, the castle has historically served as an important observation and defense point due to its natural structure and strategic location.HistoryAlthough the exact construction date of the ca

Declaration of Intent on Defense Equipment Supply between France and Ukraine was signed on 17 November 2025 at the Villacoublay Air Base near Paris by French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. This letter of intent establishes a long-term cooperation framework enabling Ukraine to procure fighter jets air defense systems radars and unmanned aerial vehicles from the French defense industry.The agreement provides for the supply of 100 Rafale F4 fighter jets SAMP/

The Apology of Socrates (Greek: Ἀπολογία Σωκράτους - Apología Sokrátous) is a work belonging to Plato’s early dialogues and is regarded as one of the foundational texts in the history of philosophy. The text centers on the trial of Socrates in 399 BCE before a jury of 501 Athenian citizens (dikasterion), who accused him of corrupting the youth and not believing in the gods of the city. The work is not merely a historical record of an event but also a manifesto that reveals the conflict between p

The Chengdu J-36 is a Chinese fighter aircraft prototype whose images emerged in late 2024 and has been informally referred to in open sources as the "J-36". It is believed to have been developed by the Chengdu Aircraft Corporation (CAC) and associated with China’s sixth-generation programs. No official name or technical certification has been released by Chinese authorities.Background and DevelopmentThe images reveal a tailless, wide delta (flying wing-like) planform, a three-engine configurati

T-14 Armata (industrial designation “Object 148”) is Russia’s next-generation main battle tank developed on the Armata universal tracked platform by UralVagonZavod (UVZ). It was first publicly displayed during the 2015 Victory Day parade. The vehicle incorporates unconventional technical solutions such as an unmanned turret a crew capsule armored within the hull and the Afghanit active protection system (APS).Development HistoryThe Armata program began in the early 2010s as an effort to replace