Turkey is changing its military strategy and is developing its own intercontinental missiles. What are the capabilities of the "Yildirimhan" missile?

Turkey recently announced the development of the Yildirimhan intercontinental ballistic missile, capable of reaching a range of up to 6,000 kilometers, thus highlighting its ambitions for military autonomy and the expansion of strategic influence. This technological achievement is not just a simple weapon, but a geopolitical signal in a tense region, according to IDA.

The missile can cover vast areas of Europe, Asia, and Africa, changing the global perception of Ankara's defense policy, which is becoming a player with significant strike capability. Defense Minister Așar Güler emphasized that recent transformations are influenced by global conflicts, and Turkey aims for a strategy of total autonomy in the defense sector. Although it remains a NATO member, the rapid development of military armament raises questions about its position in the alliance.