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Army SOF Introduces New Drone Course to Enhance Operator Skills

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  1. Army SOF Introduces New Drone Course to Enhance Operator Skills
  2. Germany Arrests Three on Charges of Espionage for China
  3. U.S. Plans Withdrawal of Troops from Niger
  4. Ukrainian Special Ops Neutralize Russian Artillery with HIMARS Strike
  5. U.S. and Philippines Launch Extensive Joint Military Exercises in South China Sea

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Army SOF Introduces New Drone Course to Enhance Operator Skills

The U.S. Army Special Operations Forces have launched a new training program at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, designed to enhance drone operational skills and teach soldiers to build and manage drones. (Read More)


Germany Arrests Three on Charges of Espionage for China

Germany has detained three of its citizens under suspicion of espionage for China, involving the illegal transfer of sensitive naval technology and high-tech equipment. The individuals were apprehended by the Federal Criminal Police Office in Düsseldorf. (Read More)


U.S. Plans Withdrawal of Troops from Niger

The United States is initiating discussions with Niger to organize the withdrawal of approximately 1,000 American troops currently stationed in the country. The U.S. had invested significantly in the region, including a $110 million base in northern Niger intended for drone operations (Read More)



Unconfirmed Reporting

Ukrainian Special Ops Neutralize Russian Artillery with HIMARS Strike

The Ukrainian Special Operations Forces (SSO), operating under the 73rd Maritime Center, have reported a successful strike against a Russian 152-mm self-propelled gun, known as Hyacinth-S or 2S5. (Read More)


Iran Unveils Upgraded Bavar-373 Air Defense System

During a national military parade, Iran revealed an upgraded version of its domestically-produced Bavar-373 long-range air defense system. The latest iteration is mounted on a Belarusian-made MZKT-791300 8×8 truck chassis. (Read More)​​


British Intelligence Reports Misleading Recruitment of Migrant Workers by Russia for Frontline Duty

The UK Ministry of Defense has disclosed that Russia is actively recruiting foreign nationals under misleading pretenses to serve in its military operations in Ukraine, contrary to promises of joining "special" units. (Read More)​​



Special Interest

U.S. and Philippines Launch Extensive Joint Military Exercises in South China Sea

The United States and the Philippines commenced their largest joint military exercises to date, amidst heightened tensions in the South China Sea. The drills, which involve a significant number of personnel and advanced military maneuvers. (Read More)​​


China Advances in Developing Laser-Powered Super-Fast Submarines

Researchers at Harbin Engineering University in Heilongjiang province, China, claim to have made significant progress in developing a laser propulsion system for submarines that could achieve speeds comparable to jet engines. (Read More)​​


Israeli Military Intelligence Chief Resigns After Hamas Attack

Major General Aharon Haliva, head of Israeli military intelligence, has resigned following the failure to prevent the Hamas attack on October 7, which resulted in significant Israeli casualties and a hostage situation. (Read More)​​



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