Russian Air Defense Missile Suspected in Passenger Jet Crash Amid Aviation Sanctions and Aging Fleet Risks
When fog and faulty systems collide in Russia, even the skies feel like a roulette wheel of duct-taped planes and trigger-happy missiles.
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SOFREP Daily: Pakistan Bombards Afghan Border, Japan Raises Concerns Over China’s Military Moves, Azerbaijan Jet Crashes in Kazakhstan
Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Thursday, December 26.
From WWII Fighters to Supersonic Jets: The Thrilling History of the Reno Air Races
The Reno Air Races were about speed and spectacle—a living testament to the passion of aviators, the camaraderie of the Quiet Birdmen, and a community that dared to dream big for 60 incredible years.
Christian Protests Erupt in Syria Following Christmas Tree Burning
The burning of a Christmas tree in Suqaylabiyah’s central square is an act of arson and symbol of the fragile existence faced by Syria’s Christian communities in the wake of Assad’s fall and the rise of an Islamist-led administration.
SOFREP Daily: Christmas Market Attack Shakes Germany’s Holiday Spirit, Russian Cargo Ship Sinks After Explosion, War Overshadows Bethlehem’s Somber Christmas Eve
Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Wednesday, December 25, 2024.
Navy SEAL Sniper’s New Video Game Announced: Center Mass – Streets of Ramadi
Brandon Webb, former Navy SEAL sniper and author of The Killing School, brings his passion for precision and immersive storytelling to the gaming world with a sniper sim that strikes the perfect balance between realism and fun.
SOFREP Daily: South Korea Launches Third Spy Satellite, China Denies Swedish Probe of Ship, Russia Captures More Territory in Ukraine
Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Tuesday, December 24.
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.
Trump’s Bold Threat to Take Back the Panama Canal: Strategic Military and Diplomatic Implications
Trump’s talk of “taking back” the Panama Canal ignites a high-stakes debate among his critics who speak of balancing echoes of American dominance against the volatile risks of a multipolar world.
British Military Modernization Aligns With US Effort
From drones to hypersonic missiles, the US military is redefining warfare post-Afghanistan with cutting-edge tech and JADC2 strategies.
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.
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.
