Turkey, Italy discuss space cooperation; Turkish lunar mission set for 2027 launch

At the International Astronautical Congress in Antalya, a Turkish Space Agency board member announced a Turkish-built lunar spacecraft is slated for launch in early 2027, and explored closer space cooperation with Italy. The announcement signals Turkey's advancing space ambitions, though the mission's timeline and scope remain subject to technical and funding uncertainties. This bilateral engagement underscores growing space diplomacy in the region.