NATO-bloc Acquiring More HIMARS—Preparing Unified Defense Against Russia
The US-made “God of War”HIMARS rocket system is set to form part of NATO’s “Eastern Shield” against Russia after Bulgaria signed a deal to buy the weapon.
Europe
Russian Propaganda: Europe and UK Lost Without Us, Uses Trash for Heating and Bike Generators to Light up Christmas Trees
Russian propaganda has been widely deployed during the Ukraine War, with many outlets claiming that Europe and the UK would be lost without Russia’s presence.
France is Stepping In: Macron to Host Ukraine Allies to Strategize Around Winter Support
After the meeting with US President Joe Biden, France is spearheading another conference to speak with Ukrainian allies and see how they can work together in bridging the gap this winter season.
Cyber Warfare Hasn’t Made Sense in Ukraine – and Likely Won’t Anywhere Else
SOFREP member Tom Johansmeyer explains why cyber-attacks are a sideshow in the larger conflict in Ukraine.
US Marines Conduct Cold Weather Training in Finland
Marines in Finland conduct operations with the Finish military in the cold and gray.
Is There a Case for Norway Being A Central Partner in NATO?
Norway could be at the forefront of defense reform in Northern Europe, but is the nation ready for this responsibility?
UK’s Royal Navy Is Now Investing in Kongsberg’s Naval Strike Missile
The Royal Navy has chosen the Kongsberg Naval Strike Missile.
Ukraine Warns: Belarus Could be Attacked by Moscow Under ‘False Flag Operation’
Ukraine warns Belarus that Moscow is planning to launch a military attack against the country under a “false flag” operation and then pin the blame back on Ukraine.
Is Ukraine’s Response to Poland Missile Mishap Hurting Their Credibility?
Ukraine’s unwarranted reaction to a deadly missile detonation in Poland could undermine its standing as the war winds down.
NATO Practices Air Policing Mission Over Romania
NATO Air Exercises in Romania give notice that NATO is watching events in Eastern Europe very closely
US, UK, Saudi Arabia Join Forces for Naval Exercises in the Gulf
Naval forces from the United States, United Kingdom and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia completed a weeklong maritime exercise called Nautical Defender in the Arabian Gulf
The Pic of the Day: Joint Task Force Conducts French Desert Commando Course
The FDCC is a multi-day course held by the French at CECAD that challenges both U.S. and French service members by challenging the participants physically and mentally through land and water obstacles and endurance exercises while surviving in austere field conditions.
