U.S. Army Special Forces, from 7th Special Forces Group, perform an amphibious assault demonstration during the Hyundai Air and Sea Show and U.S. Army SaluteFest, Miami Beach, Fla., May 26, 2024. (U.S. Army Photo by Master Sgt. Justin P. Morelli)
Army Special Operations Command Issues ‘Duty to Warn’ for Florida-Based Retired Personnel
U.S. Army Special Operations Command has issued a rare “Duty to Warn” alert to retired personnel living in Florida. The memo cites a credible terrorist threat targeting veterans who served in Iraq and Syria and urges vigilance. The warning does not apply to active-duty members but is being widely circulated across social and official channels. (Read More)
China’s PLA Release Video Showing Troops Operating Type 74 Flamethrower
China’s military has released new footage showing PLA troops using Type 74 flamethrowers during live-fire exercises. The weapon fires thickened gasoline up to 45 meters and is intended for close combat and bunker-clearing roles. Soldiers were shown firing from prone and shoulder-mounted positions. (Read More)
Russia Intercepts Over 140 Ukrainian Drones Targeting Moscow and Other Regions
Russia says its forces intercepted 143 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow and nearby regions over a 24-hour period. The strikes caused casualties in Belgorod, Voronezh, Smolensk, and Kaluga, prompting flight restrictions at multiple airports. Ukraine has not commented but reported downing 41 incoming Russian drones the same night. (Read More)
Ukraine Invites Foreign Arms Firms to Test Weapons on the Front Line
Ukraine has launched a new program inviting foreign defense companies to test weapons in live combat. The initiative, run by the Brave1 tech cluster, offers on-site trials for drones, AI systems, and electronic warfare tools. Officials say it will help accelerate battlefield innovation and international collaboration. (Read More)
Ukraine’s ‘Ursula’ USV Introduced as Miniature Aircraft Carrier for River Reconnaissance
Ukraine has introduced "Ursula," a compact unmanned surface vessel (USV) designed specifically for river operations and described by some as the world's smallest aircraft carrier due to its ability to transport drones for reconnaissance and attack missions. Developed by the Ukrainian firm NoviTechNet, Ursula measures just about one meter (approximately three feet) in length. (Read More)
Eurofighter Typhoon Canopy-Shattering Bird Strike Captured In Amazing Images | The Warzone
At the Aire 25 air show in Spain last month, a Spanish Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon struck a gull mid-flight during an aerobatic routine, captured in a rare photo sequence by photographer Javier Alonso de Medina Salguero. The bird shattered against the canopy, causing visible damage and forcing the jet to land at San Javier Air Base. (Read More)
UN: Nearly 600 Killed in Suweida Violence, Human Rights Office Cites Executions, Looting, and Mass Displacement
Nearly 600 people have been killed in Syria’s Suweida province since July 12, the UN reports, citing executions and mass displacement. The violence began between Druze militias and Bedouin tribes, escalating after government forces intervened. The UN and monitoring groups say dozens of Druze civilians were executed by government-linked forces. (Read More)
The Pentagon Will Host a ‘Top Gun’ School for Ukraine-style Attack Drones | Defense One
Next month, the U.S. military will launch its first “Top Gun” school for FPV kamikaze drones at Camp Atterbury, Indiana. Part of the Pentagon’s T-REX exercise, the event will pit drone teams against each other in simulated combat while testing new tech and tactics. Ukrainian operators will be on hand to share frontline lessons, as the U.S. pushes to close the drone gap with Russia and China. (Read More)
The Army Wants to Replace the M240 Medium Machine Gun | Task & Purpose
The U.S. Army is moving to replace its decades-old M240 machine gun with the Future Military Machine Gun (FMMG), a new belt-fed, crew-served weapon aimed at enhancing firepower for close combat units. While the 2026 budget includes funding for the program, specifics on design, caliber, and fielding timelines remain unclear. (Read More)
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