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SOFREP Daily: Ukrainian Drones Hit Kazan, UK Diverts Frozen Russian Assets to Fund Ukraine, Guam Arrests Chinese Nationals During Missile Test

Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Monday, December 23.

President-elect Trump eyes the Panama Canal, reigniting debates over U.S. control of this vital trade and military chokepoint.

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Trump’s Bold Threat to Take Back the Panama Canal: Strategic Military and Diplomatic Implications

British "Experimental Company" joins Project Convergence 22 at Fort Irwin, CA, November 4, 2022. (British Army)

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British Military Modernization Aligns With US Effort

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SOFREP Daily: US Navy Resumes Osprey Flights, US Approves $5 Billion Arms Deal with Egypt, Chad Ends Military Cooperation with France

Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Sunday, December 22, 2024.

World Dec 22

A residential building in Kazan, Russia following a supposed Ukrainian drone attack. Image Credit: Reuters

Ukrainian Drones Strike Deep Into the Russian Heartland: Kazan Attacked

With drones now striking deep into Russia’s industrial heartland, Ukraine has sent an unambiguous message: no corner of this conflict remains beyond reach.

News Dec 21

In the aftermath of the Magdeburg attack, first responders work tirelessly to bring hope and order to the chaos that shattered a peaceful holiday evening.

Five Dead In Magdeburg, Germany After Saudi-Born Man Plows Down Holiday Shoppers

The deliberate attack in Magdeburg is a sobering reminder that the weaponization of everyday objects, like vehicles, continues to exploit the vulnerabilities of open societies worldwide.

News Dec 21

SOFREP Daily roundup for Saturday, December 21 (Image grab via X)

SOFREP Daily: Pentagon Tracks China’s Navy, US Sends $571M Defense Package to Taiwan, Russia Hits Kyiv Cutting Heat for Thousands of Civilians

Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Saturday, December 21.

News Dec 21

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How Global Internet Access Relies on A Few Hundred Vulnerable Undersea Cables

In a world increasingly reliant on seamless digital connectivity, the undersea cables threading our oceans are more than infrastructure—they are lifelines, silently carrying the life blood of modern civilization.

Technology Dec 20

Members of Iraq's Special Operation Forces 7th Regional Commando Battalion prep for an air assault during a counter-terrorism mission near Ribiyah, Iraq in 2010. Image Credit: US Navy Petty Officer 1st Class James E. Foehl

Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations Touts Growing Importance of Irregular Warfare

Irregular warfare isn’t just a tactical necessity; it’s the strategic recalibration America needs to outmaneuver adversaries in an unpredictable world.

SOF Dec 20

US Coast Guard Cutter Vigilant crew seized bales of cocaine just off the coast of Limon, Costa Rica, June 15, 2020. (DVIDS)

The Snow Dragon at the Gate of the Americas: The Urgent Need to Reignite the War on Drugs with a Strategic and Direct-Action Approach

China’s unholy alliance with cartels weaponizes drugs, tech, and influence against the US—can we reclaim control before it’s too late?

Op-Ed Dec 20

Italian Navy's amphibious assault ship Trieste at sea. (Image grab via @Leonardo_IT/X)

Trieste: The Italian Navy’s Largest Post-WWII Warship Joins the Fleet

Italy’s Trieste, the largest warship since World War II, joins its Navy fleet with cutting-edge tech and big regional ambitions.

Europe Dec 20

SOFREP Daily roundup for Friday, December 20. (Image grab via X)

SOFREP Daily: Mystery Drones Prompt Temporary Flight Ban, Putin Challenges West to Test Hypersonic Missile, Japan Inspects US Base After Chemical Leak

Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Friday, December 20.

World Dec 20

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Former Delta Force Operator Describes the Counter-Human Trafficking Operations of Deliver Fund

DeliverFund isn’t about capes and glory—it’s about relentless hours in front of a screen, digging through the digital underworld to save lives while the world looks the other way.

Expert Analysis Dec 19

Soldiers equipped with tactical radios. (UK MoD)

Ukraine Conflict Highlights Gaps in UK’s Radio Systems

Can the UK’s EvO network overhaul tackle obsolescence, electronic warfare, and coalition needs—or will BOWMAN’s legacy hold it back?

Technology Dec 19

President-Elect Trump disagrees “very vehemently” on firing long-range missiles into Russia.

President-Elect Trump Condemns Missile Attacks on Russia

Trump’s peace mandate faces chaos as Biden escalates wars with long-range missile strikes into Russia. Can January 20 bring clarity?

Op-Ed Dec 19

Feihong FH-97A Drone on display at the Zhuhai Airshow 2024. (X/Wikimedia Commons)

China Develops ‘Loyal Wingman’ Drone to Rival US Air Dominance

China’s FH-97A drone could change the game in air combat, rivaling US tech with stealth, firepower, and swarm control. Who leads the race?

Aviation Dec 19

SOFREP Daily roundup for Thursday, December 19. (Image grab via X)

SOFREP Daily: Pentagon Warns of China’s Expanding Military Ambitions, Israeli Strikes Hit Yemen Ports and Power Plants, Syrian HTS Leader Plans to Dissolve Armed Wing

Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Thursday, December 19.

News Dec 19

Travis Timmerman was found disoriented but alive after months of captivity in Syria. Image Credit: The Wall Street Journal

American Travis Timmerman Found in Damascus After 7 Months in a Syrian Jail

Travis Timmerman’s harrowing journey—from a pilgrim wandering about in Damascus to a detainee in Syria’s infamous Palestine Branch and finally to liberation amidst the collapse of a regime—is a reminder of the perilous unpredictability and outright dangers of venturing into conflict zones.

News Dec 18

During the grand opening of Camp Mabry's Technology and Innovation Center, December 13, 2024. (DVIDS)

Texas Military Unveils 3D-Printed Hub for Innovation at Camp Mabry

Texas Military’s 3D-printed center at Camp Mabry blends cutting-edge tech with history—where innovation meets tradition.

Technology Dec 18

SOFREP Daily roundup for Wednesday, December 18. (Image grab via X)

SOFREP Daily: Russia Arrests Suspect in Kirillov’s Assassination, Ukrainian SBU Bust Russian Spy Network, Israel Stations Troops Near the Syrian Border

Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Wednesday, December 18.

World Dec 18

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SOFREP Daily: Ukrainian Drones Hit Kazan, UK Diverts Frozen Russian Assets to Fund Ukraine, Guam Arrests Chinese Nationals During Missile Test

Trump’s Bold Threat to Take Back the Panama Canal: Strategic Military and Diplomatic Implications

British Military Modernization Aligns With US Effort

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SOFREP Daily: US Navy Resumes Osprey Flights, US Approves $5 Billion Arms Deal with Egypt, Chad Ends Military Cooperation with France

Ukrainian Drones Strike Deep Into the Russian Heartland: Kazan Attacked

Five Dead In Magdeburg, Germany After Saudi-Born Man Plows Down Holiday Shoppers

SOFREP Daily: Pentagon Tracks China’s Navy, US Sends $571M Defense Package to Taiwan, Russia Hits Kyiv Cutting Heat for Thousands of Civilians

How Global Internet Access Relies on A Few Hundred Vulnerable Undersea Cables

Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations Touts Growing Importance of Irregular Warfare

The Snow Dragon at the Gate of the Americas: The Urgent Need to Reignite the War on Drugs with a Strategic and Direct-Action Approach

Trieste: The Italian Navy’s Largest Post-WWII Warship Joins the Fleet

SOFREP Daily: Mystery Drones Prompt Temporary Flight Ban, Putin Challenges West to Test Hypersonic Missile, Japan Inspects US Base After Chemical Leak

Former Delta Force Operator Describes the Counter-Human Trafficking Operations of Deliver Fund

Ukraine Conflict Highlights Gaps in UK’s Radio Systems

President-Elect Trump Condemns Missile Attacks on Russia

China Develops ‘Loyal Wingman’ Drone to Rival US Air Dominance

SOFREP Daily: Pentagon Warns of China’s Expanding Military Ambitions, Israeli Strikes Hit Yemen Ports and Power Plants, Syrian HTS Leader Plans to Dissolve Armed Wing

American Travis Timmerman Found in Damascus After 7 Months in a Syrian Jail

Texas Military Unveils 3D-Printed Hub for Innovation at Camp Mabry

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SOFREP Daily: Ukrainian Drones Hit Kazan, UK Diverts Frozen Russian Assets to Fund Ukraine, Guam Arrests Chinese Nationals During Missile Test

Trump’s Bold Threat to Take Back the Panama Canal: Strategic Military and Diplomatic Implications

British Military Modernization Aligns With US Effort

Recent Headlines

SOFREP Daily: US Navy Resumes Osprey Flights, US Approves $5 Billion Arms Deal with Egypt, Chad Ends Military Cooperation with France

Ukrainian Drones Strike Deep Into the Russian Heartland: Kazan Attacked

Five Dead In Magdeburg, Germany After Saudi-Born Man Plows Down Holiday Shoppers

SOFREP Daily: Pentagon Tracks China’s Navy, US Sends $571M Defense Package to Taiwan, Russia Hits Kyiv Cutting Heat for Thousands of Civilians

How Global Internet Access Relies on A Few Hundred Vulnerable Undersea Cables

Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations Touts Growing Importance of Irregular Warfare

The Snow Dragon at the Gate of the Americas: The Urgent Need to Reignite the War on Drugs with a Strategic and Direct-Action Approach

Trieste: The Italian Navy’s Largest Post-WWII Warship Joins the Fleet

SOFREP Daily: Mystery Drones Prompt Temporary Flight Ban, Putin Challenges West to Test Hypersonic Missile, Japan Inspects US Base After Chemical Leak

Former Delta Force Operator Describes the Counter-Human Trafficking Operations of Deliver Fund

Ukraine Conflict Highlights Gaps in UK’s Radio Systems

President-Elect Trump Condemns Missile Attacks on Russia

China Develops ‘Loyal Wingman’ Drone to Rival US Air Dominance

SOFREP Daily: Pentagon Warns of China’s Expanding Military Ambitions, Israeli Strikes Hit Yemen Ports and Power Plants, Syrian HTS Leader Plans to Dissolve Armed Wing

American Travis Timmerman Found in Damascus After 7 Months in a Syrian Jail

Texas Military Unveils 3D-Printed Hub for Innovation at Camp Mabry

SOFREP Daily: Russia Arrests Suspect in Kirillov’s Assassination, Ukrainian SBU Bust Russian Spy Network, Israel Stations Troops Near the Syrian Border

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