Military

A Chinese engineer’s spear-phishing scheme targeted sensitive US military software, sparking a major cyber espionage case.

Facing communist threats in Africa, a visionary officer in 1967 trained his team for a new era, forming South Africa’s future elite Recces.

The Russian Kilo-class submarine, known for its stealth and dubbed the “black hole” by some in the U.S. Navy, poses a serious challenge with its advanced noise-reduction technologies, but it still struggles to rival the cutting-edge capabilities of America’s Virginia-class subs.

USAF hit its recruiting goals for 2024, but are relaxed standards sacrificing quality? Big numbers don’t always mean long-term readiness.

Booby-Trapped AK-47 Magazines are beginning to show up in Ukraine. Here is how they are made and how they represent the calling card of a particular Russian unit operating in the country.

The evolving battlefield proves that while tanks alone may be vulnerable, when paired with advanced ISR, AI-enabled systems, and modern tactics, they remain an indispensable force capable of breaking through even the most fortified defenses.

Is the Air Force spending wisely? With a $900B budget, the push to modernize could be more about politics than protection.

The Modular Tactical System (MTS) enhances AFSOC ops with integrated, on-the-move command and control in a secure, efficient system.

The USS Robert E. Simanek, the Navy’s latest Expeditionary Sea Base, exemplifies the shift toward agile, sea-based operations in the Pacific, supporting a modernized Marine Corps prepared for rapid, littoral combat in contested environments.

SOFREP’s Pic of the Day features a silhouette on the back of a Toyota truck—once a symbol of terror, now a target for anti-terror training.

The Navy’s amphibious assault fleet is becoming a crucial force multiplier, blending manned ships and unmanned systems for enhanced reconnaissance, target acquisition, and offensive strike capability, all while operating with increased autonomy and survivability in the face of growing global threats.

Cairo, the Navy SEAL war dog, was more than just a loyal companion—he was a fully equipped, high-tech, fearless operator capable of parachuting into enemy territory and taking on some of the most dangerous missions alongside his human counterparts.