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Turkey unveils first intercontinental ballistic missile
Turkey has unveiled its first intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) prototype, named Yildirimhan, at the SAHA 2026 exhibition in Istanbul. The missile has a range of 6,000 km, a top speed of Mach 25, and a warhead capacity of 3,000 kg, positioning Turkey among the few nations with advanced missile technology. Experts say the move underscores Ankara's drive for defense self-sufficiency and strategic autonomy.