Canadian Government Veils Withdrawal from ISIS Fight
The Canadian government, like the U.S., is increasing the number of special operations troops on the ground to give the appearance that they are committed to the cause.
Coalition SOF
Wanted: Foreign Special Operations Troops to Join the U.S. in Targeting the Islamic State
MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — Defense Secretary Ashton B. Carter said Thursday that the United States has asked more countries to send Special Operations troops to join the fight against the Islamic State, and not just typical partners like Britain and Australia. Carter did not name the countries, but said “there are states […]
Elite U.S. Targeting Force Now in Iraq
An elite U.S. special operations targeting force has arrived in Iraq and will carry out operations against the Islamic State, part of a broader effort in 2016 to strike at the militants.
Canadian Special Forces 101: CANSOFCOM
It’s not glamorous, and you’ll never see a CANSOFCOM desk officer typing away on his computer or chatting on the phone in a recruiting video, but make no mistake, their role is essential
Interview With a Former German GSG-9 Operator About the Paris Attacks
SOFREP interviews Ralf Kassner, a former special forces member and mission leader of the German anti-terrorist groups GSG9 and SEK, about the Paris attacks.
Israeli Task Force Operator Dons Ridiculous Disguise to Infiltrate Hospital
An Israeli task force approached the Al-Ahli hospital in Hebron. Their target: a man who had tried to assassinate an Israeli elder last month.
Italian Special Forces Parachute Regiment Adopts Historical Insignia
Many Raiders throughout history have made huge sacrifices with that symbol on their arms. New Raiders are expected to keep the insignia’s respect intact.
Israeli SF Raids Nablus Hospital, Targets Hamas Hit Squad
The cell members were caught within 72 hours by way of a cooperative effort between Israeli police and the military across the West Bank and around Nablus.
America Can Learn from Canadian Elections: 3 Parties, but Who Supports the Troops?
The question is whether or not the people of Canada are concerned about the Canadian Armed Forces as much as our members are.
Royal Canadian Navy Introduces New Tactical Operator Position
Since their recent discipline issues and ships malfunctioning at sea, the Royal Canadian Navy has buckled down and begun upgrading their capabilities.
SAS Captain-Turned-Politician’s Fight Shifts From Extremists to the Australian Media
SAS Captain Andrew Hastie has proven himself on the battlefield and is now putting himself out there by running for the federal seat of Canning.
The IDF’s Hannibal Procedure (Pt. 1): The Ethical Collision
The Hannibal Procedure was designed to prevent or stall an abduction attempt of a friendly soldier by identifying a clear set of ROE.
