Ankara:Türkiye has participated in NATO's Neptune Strike 2026 exercise, which was conducted in the North Sea, Adriatic Sea, and Ionian Sea. The Anadolu Naval Task Group represented Türkiye in this strategic military exercise, as announced by the Turkish National Defense Ministry.
According to Anadolu Agency – English, the exercise, named NATO's Enhanced Vigilance Activity Neptune Strike 2026/4, included various naval forces and was highlighted on the Turkish social media platform NSosyal. Türkiye's involvement featured the Anadolu Naval Task Group, which includes the TCG Anadolu multi-purpose amphibious assault ship, the TCG Gaziantep frigate, the TCG Gur submarine, three TB-3 unmanned combat aerial vehicles (UCAVs), and one battalion of amphibious assault forces.
The National Defense Ministry has also shared footage of the exercise, showcasing the capabilities and readiness of the Turkish naval forces participating in the event.