Military sources cited by Milliyet newspaper detailed that the military facility, located in the Etimesgut district of Ankara, is 92% complete in its first construction phase and reflects aspirations for defensive autonomy.

The complex is expected to house the Ministry of Defense, the General Staff, and armed forces commands, while its iconic design (12.6 million square meters) includes a giant star and crescent-shaped structures.

Construction began in 2011 and is expected to be completed in 2025.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on June 30 that the summit would be held in Ankara, without specifying a location.

Local press suggests that the brand-new complex, adjacent to the national intelligence headquarters and future diplomatic headquarters, would symbolize the nation’s strategic role in the Alliance, as the summit coincides with the 75th anniversary of Turkiye’s accession to the bloc.

According to local experts, Turkiye is seeking to strengthen its influence in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) after overcoming tensions over the veto against Sweden.

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