Surveillance Drones Over Mexico: Disrupting Cartels, But Voracious Demand Fuels the Crisis
High-tech drones are tracking cartel drug labs, but can intel outpace corruption? The war on drugs isn’t just about supply—demand matters too.
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SOFREP Daily: Norway Doubles Ukraine Support in Security Push, Kim Jong Un Kim Jong Un Expands Naval Power with Nuclear Sub Project
Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Sunday, March 9.
Felony Charges Loom for DHS Leakers Who Tipped Off Criminals About ICE Raids
Leaking sensitive law enforcement operations isn’t just reckless—it’s a betrayal that puts lives on the line, and now, the DHS leakers are about to find out just how steep the price for that betrayal can be.
The Army’s Attrition Crisis: Why So Many Soldiers Are Dropping Out Early
If the Army wants to stop bleeding recruits like a gut-shot private on a forced march, it needs to take a hard look at leadership, training, and whether it’s selling young soldiers a bill of goods they can’t cash in the real world.
The Bolduc Brief: A Call for Consistent Foreign Policy – Aligning Support for Ukraine with Israel
The US needs a stronger stance on Ukraine and Israel to fight authoritarianism—will Trump lead the charge for democracy?
US Coast Guard Expands Fleet with New Ship Procurement
The US Coast Guard’s cutter upgrades are facing delays, but new ships like NSCs and FRCs will soon boost its power at sea.
Op-Ed: How President Trump Can Obtain a Ceasefire in Ukraine
Trump’s push for a quick ceasefire in Ukraine clashes with Europe’s stance—will he convince Ukraine to accept Russia’s terms?
SOFREP Daily: Russia Traps Ukrainian Forces in Kursk Standoff, Turkey Demands Kurdistan Workers’ Party Disarm or Face Military Action
Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Saturday, March 8.
US Army Soldiers Arrested for Allegedly Spying for China
The arrests of Jian Zhao, Li Tian, and Ruoyu Duan serve as a sobering example of the ever-present threat posed by foreign espionage, reinforcing the need for relentless vigilance and unwavering loyalty within the U.S. military ranks.
Armed Teenager’s Attempted Hijacking Exposes Gaping Security Flaws at Australia’s Avalon Airport
A teenager in high-vis workwear, armed with a shotgun and a fake bomb, walked onto a Jetstar flight at Avalon Airport—exposing a glaring security failure that could have ended in catastrophe.
Trump Challenges NATO to Meet Defense Goals
Trump questions NATO’s loyalty, saying the US shouldn’t carry the burden alone—it’s time for fair contributions from all allies.
US Military Plans to Buy More Used Ships to Secure Sealift Capacity
US Transportation Command seeks approval to buy 10 used cargo vessels to secure vital sealift capacity for future military operations.
