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SOCOM Chief Foresees a 'Renaissance' in Special Operations

Published 11 days ago • 3 min read

  1. SOCOM Chief Foresees a 'Renaissance' in Special Operations Amid Evolving Threats
  2. US AC-130J Ghostrider Engages Simulated Chinese Fishing Boat in Joint Military Exercise
  3. IDF Targets Hezbollah's Elite Radwan Force in Coordinated Strikes Across Southern Lebanon
  4. US Marine Special Ops Evaluates Armed Robotic Dogs for Future Combat Roles
  5. U.S. Army 3rd Special Forces Group Wins at International Best Sniper Competition

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SOCOM Chief Foresees a 'Renaissance' in Special Operations Amid Evolving Threats

Gen. Bryan Fenton of USSOCOM heralded a 'renaissance' for special operations forces at the SOF Week 2024, highlighting the crucial role of SOF in countering global threats amid technological advancements. (Read More)


US AC-130J Ghostrider Engages Simulated Chinese Fishing Boat in Joint Military Exercise

During the recent Exercise Balikatan 24, the US deployed its AC-130J Ghostrider gunship to simulate an attack on a Chinese-style 'fishing boat,' highlighting the strategic military capabilities and preparedness in addressing China's assertive maritime claims. (Read More)


IDF Targets Hezbollah's Elite Radwan Force in Coordinated Strikes Across Southern Lebanon

The IDF carried out extensive airstrikes targeting Hezbollah's elite Radwan force and other strategic locations in southern Lebanon. The strikes focused on a key building in Jabal Rezlane along with several other locations across the region. (Read More)​​



Unconfirmed Reporting

US Marine Special Ops Evaluates Armed Robotic Dogs for Future Combat Roles

The United States Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC) is currently assessing the potential of armed robotic "dogs" developed by Ghost Robotics and armed with Onyx Industries' weapon systems. (Read More)


IDF Commences Ground Operation in Gaza and Conducts Targeted Airstrike

The IDF has initiated a ground operation in southwest Gaza, targeting the Rafah Border Crossing, while also conducting an airstrike that eliminated the Hamas Naval Forces commander in Gaza City. (Read More)


U.S. Charges Russian National as Leader of World's Most Prolific Ransomware Group, Offers $10 Million Reward for Information

The U.S. government has charged Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev, allegedly the leader of the LockBit ransomware group, and is offering a $10 million reward for his arrest. Khoroshev is accused of extorting over $500 million through cyberattacks. (Read More)​​



Special Interest

Training the Nation’s Heroes: An interview with the President of Athenix Special Missions

Athenix Special Missions (ASM) is an industry leader when it comes to supporting the nation’s intelligence and defense forces. “It’s the bread and butter of what we do,” said Lee Hudson, President of Athenix Special Missions. (Read More)​​


U.S. Army 3rd Special Forces Group Wins at International Best Sniper Competition

The U.S. Army 3rd Special Forces Group triumphed in the 15th U.S. Army Special Operations Command International Best Sniper Competition, demonstrating unparalleled skill in the multi-stage event. (Read More)​​


Teledyne Unveils Rogue 1 Exploding Drone for Marine Corps, Enhancing Precision Strike Capabilities

Teledyne FLIR Defense has introduced the Rogue 1, a new exploding drone designed to enhance the precision strike capabilities of the U.S. Marine Corps. This initiative is part of the Organic Precision Fires-Light (OPF-L) project. (Read More)​​



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