US military seeks cultural advisors in Somalia amid regional strikes
The U.S. special operations task force in Somalia is looking for contractors to advise troops on Somali politics, culture and tribal dynamics, according to a newly posted federal notice, a move that comes amid the U.S.’s shrinking military footprint in the region. The solicitation, issued...
Not ‘just a gun’: New SOCOM rifle allows barrel swapping and cartridge changes
U.S. Special Operations Command will begin fielding the MK24 Medium Range Gas Gun Assault before the end of the fiscal year, furthering SOCOM’s shift away from legacy cartridges like the 7.62mm NATO round, according to a recent report. SOCOM spokesman Navy Cmdr. Joe Vermette told...
US military continues self-defense strikes against Iran, intercepts missiles
The U.S. military targeted Iranian radar and command control sites this weekend in response to hostile acts from the country, according to U.S. Central Command. The U.S. launched self-defense strikes, including fighter jets that destroyed Iranian air defenses, a ground control station and two suicide...
US general holds rare meeting with Cuban military officials near Guantanamo Bay
The top U.S. general overseeing forces in Latin America held a rare meeting on Friday with senior Cuban military officials at the perimeter of U.S. Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, the U.S. military said on Friday, confirming a Reuters story. U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Francis...
How far is there to go until the US and Iran end the war?
The United States and Iran have reached an agreement to extend a ceasefire, allow shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and lift a U.S. blockade and some sanctions on Iran, sources told Reuters, but the deal has not been finalized. An agreement would represent a...
US arms sales pause would push Taiwan toward asymmetric-defense tech: Analysts
NEW TAIPEI CITY, Taiwan — U.S. President Donald Trump’s apparent move to delay a massive weapons sale to Taiwan after a summit with his Chinese counterpart will drive the island’s military further toward self-sufficiency, with sights on asymmetric warfare rather than technological might if ever...
Vance advises Air Force Academy graduates to not concede decision making to AI
Vice President JD Vance cautioned U.S. Air Force Academy graduates to not allow artificial intelligence to take over their autonomy in warfare decision making. At the academy’s Thursday graduation ceremony in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Vance urged cadets to dictate their own decisions and not “submit”...
Washington Transfer of Firearm Process
Posted on July 19, 2024 (July 9, 2024) by Daniel Mitchell (Updated July 2024) In Washington State, a transfer of a firearm takes place when the ownership or possession of a firearm is passed from one person to another. This includes selling, gifting, or loaning...
US Navy to explore powering shore installations with aircraft carriers
The U.S. Navy is planning to bring the nuclear power of its largest aircraft carrier from ship to shore at some point this summer, acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao revealed during a May 14 U.S. House Armed Services Committee hearing. Cao stated that Naval Station...
What is the First Step to Cleaning a Firearm?
Posted on August 6, 2024 (August 10, 2024) by Daniel Mitchell Maintaining a clean firearm is essential for its longevity, reliability, and safety. Regular cleaning and proper care can prevent malfunctions, extend the life of your firearm, and ensure it performs optimally when you need...
