Turkey Defense Budget 2025: Key Insights from Minister Güler
**In the closing days of 2024, the Grand National Assembly of Turkey (TBMM) is engaged in crucial discussions about the government’s budget for the upcoming year, 2025. Among these discussions, the budget for the Ministry of National Defense is a significant focus. Addressing the TBMM General Assembly, Minister Güler emphasized that the defense budget serves not only as a financial instrument but also as a cornerstone for the nation’s sovereignty and security. He asserted that the budget reflects Turkey’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding its independence and military prowess.**
During his speech, Güler underscored the importance of the ongoing fight against terrorism, referencing serious incidents that have stemmed from operations targeting groups like the PKK/KCK, PYD/YPG, and ISIS. He specifically noted the situation in Syria, reassuring the assembly that Turkey would not tolerate any attempts by regional terrorist organizations to exploit the prevailing instability. “The Syrian National Army is effectively driving terrorist elements back in areas such as Tel Rifaat, southern al-Bab, and Manbij,” Güler stated, reaffirming that no terrorist organization, particularly the PKK/YPG, would be permitted to operate in Syria.
