Turkey Unveils New ICBM Model, Yildirimhan, at Defense Exhibition
Turkey has introduced a model of its new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), named Yildirimhan, at the SAHA 2026 International Defense and Aerospace Exhibition in Istanbul. This development marks a significant step in Turkey's defense capabilities, showcasing a missile with a range of 6,000 kilometers, placing it in the ICBM category. The Yildirimhan is powered by four rocket engines and is designed to be road-mobile, carrying a large warhead weighing approximately 3,000 kilograms. The missile is liquid-fueled, which may affect its response time compared to solid-fuel weapons. The Turkish Ministry of Defense has been developing this missile for about a decade, reflecting Turkey's strategic focus on enhancing its conventional deterrent capabilities. 
