National Nuclear Security Administration Wraps Up $9 Billion B61-12 Upgrade
After 17 years, the NNSA wraps up the B61-12 bomb program, setting sights on the powerful B61-13. Modern nukes, new era.
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Latest Weapons stories, analysis, and updates from SOFREP.
The Cannon That Could Change Everything: Inside the US Army’s Multi-Domain Artillery
Meet the MDAC: The Army’s hypersonic artillery game-changer, ready to strike at Mach 5 and revolutionize battlefield defense.
Russia Shoots Down US-Supplied Missiles, Threatens Nuclear-Capable Ballistic Retaliation on Ukraine
Russia downs 8 US-supplied ATACMS missiles, vows retaliation with nuclear-capable weapons—how far will this escalating conflict go?
US Approves Morocco’s Purchase of $88M Advanced Air to Air Missiles
Morocco’s getting 30 AMRAAM missiles in a $88M US deal—boosting their F-16 fleet and shaking up North Africa’s defense game!
US Army-Navy Successfully Test Hypersonic ‘All Up Round’ Weapon
US and allies ramp up hypersonic missile tech as Russia and China lead the race. First live-fire test marks a leap for US defense.
The History and Evolution of the HAWK Air Defense Missile System: From Cold War to the Russia-Ukraine War
Old tech, new tricks: Ukraine’s HAWK missiles are downing drones and missiles, proving Cold War gear can still dominate modern battles.
US Marines Equip ‘Stand-In’ Units with Advanced Weapons for Island Ops
Marines embrace agile island-hopping with drones, missiles, and multi-domain firepower, reshaping amphibious operations for modern warfare.
US Army Fires “Double-Shot” Live Fire of New Precision Strike Missile
Game-changer alert: The US Army’s PrSM missile just nailed a double-shot test, hitting targets 249 miles away with pinpoint accuracy!
Kongsberg Tests Australian-made Missile Launcher, Redefines Regional Defense
Australia’s first locally made Naval Strike Missile launcher just aced its test—a big win for defense and Pacific security!
Aegis Guam Intercept Helps Form Multi-National Defensive Missile “Shield” Across Pacific
Aegis Guam launches SM-3 IIA missile to intercept a Pacific target, building a multi-nation missile defense ‘shield’ across the region.
US Army’s Integrated Battle Command System Strikes Drone, Missile Threats in Landmark Trial
Smart tech meets defense: IBCS nails drones and missiles, proving the future of warfare is all about seamless, adaptive systems.
Origins of Modern Close Quarter Battle
From Shanghai’s ‘Gutter Fighting’ to modern special ops, CQB evolved through grit, innovation, and a relentless spirit to adapt and survive.
