Turkish Armed Forces Conduct Amphibious Assault in EFES-2026 Exercise
The Turkish Armed Forces (TAF) successfully executed amphibious landing and assault operations as part of the EFES-2026 Combined, Joint Actual Fire Field Exercise. The operation involved the deployment of domestically produced armored combat vehicles, specifically the İmza and Azmim models, alongside fifty specially trained marines. Utilizing TCG Ç-158 and TCG Ç-154 landing ships, the forces launched from Demircili Bay in Urla. The scenario dictated that twenty-five marines board each vessel with their respective armored support. The convoy proceeded to Doğanbey Beach, simulating an attack on enemy positions. Upon arrival, accompanied by psychological warfare elements such as attack marches, the marines and vehicles conducted a live-fire assault. The armored vehicles engaged and destroyed designated enemy targets with live ammunition, while the infantry worked to neutralize shore resistance. The exercise highlighted the capabilities of the 151 Class Fast Landing Ships (LCT), which were built entirely with domestic resources under the Fast Amphibious Ship Project. These vessels are described as the fastest and most capable in their class, equipped with advanced systems. The operation concluded with the successful completion of offensive objectives, demonstrating the TAF's joint operational readiness and indigenous military hardware proficiency.
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Turkish Armed Forces Conduct Amphibious Assault in EFES-2026 Exercise
The Turkish Armed Forces (TAF) successfully executed amphibious landing and assault operations as part of the EFES-2026 Combined, Joint Actual Fire Field Exercise. The operation involved the deployment of domestically produced armored combat vehicles, specifically the İmza and Azmim models, alongside fifty specially trained marines. Utilizing TCG Ç-158 and TCG Ç-154 landing ships, the forces launched from Demircili Bay in Urla. The scenario dictated that twenty-five marines board each vessel with their respective armored support. The convoy proceeded to Doğanbey Beach, simulating an attack on enemy positions. Upon arrival, accompanied by psychological warfare elements such as attack marches, the marines and vehicles conducted a live-fire assault. The armored vehicles engaged and destroyed designated enemy targets with live ammunition, while the infantry worked to neutralize shore resistance. The exercise highlighted the capabilities of the 151 Class Fast Landing Ships (LCT), which were built entirely with domestic resources under the Fast Amphibious Ship Project. These vessels are described as the fastest and most capable in their class, equipped with advanced systems. The operation concluded with the successful completion of offensive objectives, demonstrating the TAF's joint operational readiness and indigenous military hardware proficiency.
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