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Alex Hollings, on the main NEWSREP site, penned a very intriguing piece about the latest Russian weapon, which they’re calling a “doomsday” submarine. If you’re having flashbacks to Stanley Kubrick’s dark comedy masterpiece, “Dr. Strangelove”, then you’re not alone. Read on… Russia’s struggling economy may not make for a particularly effective military, but the Kremlin’s […]
Defense journalist Steven Trimble caught the attention of aviation nerds and gun aficionados alike with the discovery of a patent for what appears to be a simple AK-47 drone filed by Russian arms manufacturer Almaz-Antey last year. Trimble took to Twitter with his discovery, pointing out that the rifle in the image does look quite […]
Russia’s struggling economy may not make for a particularly effective military, but the Kremlin’s ability to mold public perceptions remains among the nation’s most comprehensive and powerful skill sets. While some within the United States are still content to dispute the idea that Moscow uses a combination of state-run media outlets and social media outreach […]
According to a Washington Post report, U.S. Army recruiters sent out an email containing sensitive personal information about hundreds of immigrants from countries like China and Russia, putting their lives in danger if the information gets into the wrong hands. The spreadsheet contained names, language skills, Social Security numbers and dates of enlistment. Between July […]
An unspecified two-seater Chinese fighter jet crashed into the South China Sea on Tuesday while conducting training operations near the island of Hainan. According to the limited details released by the People’s Liberation Army, both pilots died in the incident. According to official reports, the aircraft crashed in Ledong County of the Hainan Province, one […]
The United States has long led the world in the development and use of stealth technology in aviation. Starting (operationally) with the F-117 Nighthawk and continuing with the forthcoming B-21 Raider bomber, America’s lead in the realm of low observability has long been the product of both the country’s willingness to invest in tech aimed […]
While Russia’s new T-14 Armata main battle tank is widely seen as an extremely capable armored platform, budgetary restrictions have severely limited Moscow’s ability to purchase them in enough numbers to serve any real strategic purpose. If a conflict were to ignite between Russia and NATO forces in Europe, it would really be columns of […]
An unspecified two-seater Chinese fighter jet crashed into the South China Sea on Tuesday while conducting training operations near the island of Hainan. According to the limited details released by the People’s Liberation Army, both crew members died in the incident. According to official reports, the aircraft crashed in Ledong County of the Hainan Province […]
After nearly two straight decades of counter-insurgency and anti-terrorism warfare, the United States has found itself at a disadvantage compared to the smaller and less technologically advanced militaries of China and Russia in some circumstances. With these nation-level competitors enjoying the lead in hypersonic missile technology, long-range artillery technology, and even the development of new […]
The United States has long led the world in the development and use of stealth technology in aviation. Starting (operationally) with the F-117 Nighthawk and continuing with the forthcoming B-21 Raider bomber, America’s lead in the realm of low observability has long been the product of both the country’s willingness to invest in tech aimed […]
With a resurgent Russia and China threatening U.S. and Western interests around the world, the military must adapt accordingly to address the threat. Part of this process is the reformation of the U.S. Army to a more modern and efficient fighting force. For close to two decades, the Army has operated based on the concept […]
Intercepts between Russian and American aircraft over the Baltic Sea have become fairly common in recent years, as tensions between Russia and NATO continues to simmer throughout the region. Often, these interactions are considered both safe and professional, with occasional headlines cropping up regarding the aggressive behavior exhibited by Russian pilots. According to some pilots, […]
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