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MBDA developed the Meteor missile, one of the most advanced in the world. It provides a substantial edge in air superiority due to its extended range, maneuverability, and resistance to countermeasures.<\/p>\n
The Meteor\u2019s long-range ability, coupled with its active radar guidance system, allows for engagements at over 100 kilometers, offering a \u201cbeyond visual range\u201d (BVR) advantage. This is particularly valuable in modern air combat, where the initial missile launch can determine the outcome of a confrontation. The missile\u2019s \u201cramjet\u201d engine ensures sustained propulsion at great distances, which makes it effective against fast-moving targets. These capabilities will significantly enhance Turkey\u2019s ability to engage hostile aircraft at greater distances, boosting the Turkish Air Force\u2019s overall combat effectiveness.<\/p>\n
However, this development has raised the alarm in Greece, which views the missile acquisition as an escalation of Turkey\u2019s military power, especially given the long-standing territorial disputes between the two countries, particularly over the Aegean Sea. Greece\u2019s objections delayed the transfer, though reports indicate that Germany and France have approved the deal. France\u2019s role in the missile\u2019s production and the lobbying by the UK, another key player in the Eurofighter consortium, seem to have paved the way for the transfer.<\/p>\n
Approving the Meteor missile transfer to Turkey is significant in the regional defense landscape. While it boosts Turkey\u2019s air defense capabilities, it also risks exacerbating tensions within NATO, especially between Greece and Turkey, two allies with diverging security concerns.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n