Turkey publicly revealed a previously unknown ICBM-class ballistic missile concept, Yildirimhan, advertised with ~6,000 km range, road mobility, and a very large (~3,000 kg) payload. The design details shown (single-stage, four engines, liquid propellants) indicate a new long-range strike capability ambition beyond Turkey’s prior SRBM/MRBM programs, potentially altering regional deterrence and escalation dynamics if fielded.
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Turkey unveils Yildirimhan 6,000 km road-mobile liquid-fueled ICBM concept
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- The War Zone · https://www.twz.com/nuclear/what-is-behind-turkeys-pursuit-of-an-icbmWhat Is Behind Turkey’s Pursuit Of An ICBM?