A government-funded military parade to honor President Trump would be less a celebration of patriotism and more a taxpayer-funded spectacle ripped from the playbook of authoritarian regimes.
Stay informed with SOFREP’s Morning Brief for Thursday, May 15, 2025, featuring the latest updates in defense and international affairs.
Good Morning! Welcome to Sunday, May 11th, 2025. This is your SOFREP Morning Brief: Putin calls for direct peace talks in Istanbul just as Ukraine and its allies—including President Trump—push for a 30-day ceasefire, while SECDEF Hegseth dismantles DEI at U.S. service academies and Russia flaunts its battlefield alliance with North Korea in a bold propaganda campaign.
Trump wants to reopen Alcatraz to lock up violent criminals—reviving America’s most infamous prison. A bold move or a step backward?
When cruelty is cloaked in patriotism and indifference parades as strength, we are no longer led—we are ruled by those for whom empathy is an inconvenience.
Trump didn’t just fire General Haugh—he booted him from the national security ranks like a bouncer tossing a drunk at last call.
Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Thursday, March 20.
The US needs a stronger stance on Ukraine and Israel to fight authoritarianism—will Trump lead the charge for democracy?
Trump’s push for a quick ceasefire in Ukraine clashes with Europe’s stance—will he convince Ukraine to accept Russia’s terms?
Trump questions NATO’s loyalty, saying the US shouldn’t carry the burden alone—it’s time for fair contributions from all allies.
Trump delivers a “last warning” to Hamas over hostages, while the US holds historic talks to secure their release and end the conflict.
If we’re going to hold leaders accountable, that standard should apply across the board.
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