BG (R) Bülent TUĞRUL

BG (R) Bülent Tuğrul, a distinguished officer with over 30 years of service in the Turkish Armed Forces, is recognized for his leadership in armored and mechanized units and his contributions to military education and strategy.

After graduating from the Electronics Engineering Department of the Turkish Military Academy in 1984, Bülent Tuğrul served in numerous critical roles in the Turkish Armed Forces. Over a career spanning more than 30 years, he successfully carried out various command and managerial responsibilities.

Between 1984 and 2013, he held important positions in the Turkish Land Forces, ranging from squad leader to regimental commander, in various ranks and regions, particularly standing out for his leadership experience in armored and mechanized units.

From 1995 to 2002, he served as a manager at İzmir Maltepe Military High School, making significant contributions to the education and development of young officer candidates.

In his career, Bülent Tuğrul also gained international experience, serving as a Discipline Officer and Center Commander in Bosnia and Herzegovina between 2000 and 2001.

In 2002, he completed the Military Staff and Headquarters Officer Training at the War Academies in Istanbul, further strengthening his strategic leadership skills. Additionally, in 2006, he completed a master's program in International Relations at Beykent University’s Institute of Social Sciences.

Promoted to the rank of General in 2013, Bülent Tuğrul served as the Armored Brigade Commander in Babaeski/Kırklareli from 2013 to 2015 and in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus from 2015 to 2016. Between 2016 and 2017, he served as the Commander of the Armored Corps School and Training Division in Ankara before retiring.