China’s GJ-2 Spy Drone Circles Taiwan – Rivals US Reaper
The GJ-2 may mimic the MQ-9 Reaper’s silhouette, but when it comes to battlefield prowess, the PLA’s drone still plays catch-up to America’s heavily upgraded, battle-hardened workhorse.
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SOFREP Daily: US To Send $6B Military Aid to Ukraine Before Trump Takes Office, UK Reports Russia’s Highest Casualties, Israel’s Deadly Pager Attack
Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Monday, November 11.
China Plans to “Mass Produce” Large Numbers of its New J-35A
A Chinese state paper touts the J-35, making China the second nation with two 5th-gen jets, and hints at mass production.
SOFREP Daily: Ukraine Launches Biggest Drone Strike, North Korea’s GPS Manipulation, US Strikes Houthi Weapon Storage
Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Sunday, November 10.
China Says Its J-35A Stealth Fighter Has US F-35-like Sensing and Targeting
China’s new J-35 stealth fighter is raising eyebrows with claims of F-35-like long-range targeting. Is it a serious competitor?
SOFREP Daily: US Defense Contractors in Ukraine, Putin Backs China on Taiwan, Sudan Accuses Militia of Massacre
Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Saturday, November 9.
US Shuts Down China’s Access to Advanced American Tech
New US rule blocks investments in China’s high-tech scene—AI, quantum computing, and chips are off-limits to protect national security.
SOFREP Daily: Israel Captures Hezbollah Leader, Iran Promises Retaliation, Zelenskyy Urges Allies to Act Against North Korean Threat
Here’s the latest intel: top defense and global affairs insights to keep you informed this Sunday, November 3.
SOFREP Daily: B-52s to Middle East, More Weapons for Ukraine, Korea Stands by Russia and China Remains Silent
Here’s the latest intel: top defense and global affairs insights to keep you informed this Saturday, November 2.
SOFREP Daily: North Korea Helps Russia’s War, Ukraine Dislikes Missile Restrictions, Russia Takes More of Ukraine and Israeli Strikes Cripple Hezbollah Supply Lines
Here’s the latest intel: top defense and global affairs insights to keep you informed this Friday, November 1.
Chinese YU-20 Tanker Aircraft Refuel Carrier-Launched J-15s
China’s YU-20 tanker upgrades are expanding PLA air combat reach, potentially challenging US air superiority in the Pacific as tensions grow.
How America’s Foreign Policy Decisions Have Led to Unintended Consequences
The term ‘blowback’ originates from the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). With foreign policy risks came unintended and harmful consequences to the nation or allies due to unwarranted side effects from covert operations. There have been several notable covert actions that ultimately came to light due to leaks or Americans directly suffering from the actions of the government.
