Türkiye’s Center for Combating Disinformation has firmly rejected circulating reports alleging that Greece has blocked the country’s efforts to acquire missiles and defense munitions through diplomatic pressure and covert operations, describing the claims as “entirely unfounded.”

In a statement released on Monday, the Center emphasized Türkiye’s growing self-reliance in the defense sector, noting that a substantial portion of its critical munitions, missiles, and defense systems are now produced domestically.

“Thanks to its vision of domestic and national production in the defence industry, the Republic of Türkiye meets a substantial proportion of its requirements for critical munitions, missiles and defence systems through its own resources,” the statement read.

The Center added that international procurement and cooperation processes are “proceeding smoothly and without interruption” in accordance with interstate legal agreements and strategic planning.

It further characterized the recurring media reports and social media claims as “speculative disinformation activities aimed at manipulating public opinion and creating a false perception.”

The statement concluded by urging the public to rely exclusively on official announcements from relevant authorities.

The remarks come amid periodic online and media speculation regarding Türkiye’s defense acquisitions. Turkish officials have repeatedly highlighted the country’s defense industry achievements, including the development and production of indigenous systems such as drones, missiles, and air defense platforms, as part of a broader push for technological independence.

No specific media outlets or social media sources were named in the statement. (ILKHA)