Turkish Armed Forces Demonstrate High Readiness at NATO’s Steadfast Dart-2026

The Turkish Armed Forces have showcased their operational strength during the NATO exercise Steadfast Dart-2026, deploying land, naval and air units as part of the large-scale drills. The development was announced by Türkiye’s Ministry of National Defense via its official social media account, according to Anadolu Agency.

A key highlight of the exercise was the deployment of strike unmanned aerial vehicles from the amphibious assault ship TCG Anadolu. The TB-3 drones successfully took off from the vessel, struck designated targets in the Baltic Sea with high precision and safely returned to the ship.

In a separate statement, the ministry подчеркed that the Turkish Armed Forces maintain a strong deterrent capability, unlimited maneuverability and a strategic command structure capable of ensuring mission success.

During Steadfast Dart-2026, around 2,000 Turkish troops stationed in Germany fulfilled all assigned objectives, reaffirming the country’s status as an effective, credible and deterrent force within NATO structures.