“Israel’s” recent aggression against Iran has sent shockwaves through the country’s top security institutions, exposing vulnerabilities in a leadership whose cohesion has been steadily eroding.

Immediately after Assad’s fall, the new authorities dissolved the old army and security services, abolished compulsory military service, and committed to forming a new professional force, primarily made up of opposition fighters and fresh volunteers.

Turkiye's recent arms deals and defense partnerships in West Africa are clear indicators of diplomatic expansion and Turkish influence, positioning it as a competitor to global powers.

The decision to launch the domestically produced Steel Dome system marked a major advancement in Turkiye's national security, setting it apart from external influences and strengthening its self-reliance in defense.

After the new Iranian attack, US officials revealed vulnerabilities in the air defense system of the Washington-led international coalition base in Syria, which was targeted by drones.