South Korean Navy Launches Vertical-Take-Off Grey Eagle Drone from Amphibious Assault Ship
Ocean-launched drones are redefining naval warfare, with South Korea’s Gray Eagle STOL proving warships can gain game-changing capability—no runway needed.
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US Air Force Drops Tuskegee Airmen, WASPs History Courses
The Air Force dropped Tuskegee Airmen and WASP videos from training, sparking debate over honoring history while following DEI restrictions.
White House Extends Ceasefire Between Israel and Lebanon
Israel and Lebanon extend their fragile ceasefire, but border clashes and mounting tensions show peace is hanging by a thread.
SOFREP Daily: Drone Strike Levels Sudan Hospital, US-Colombia Clash Over Migrants Ends with Petro Backing Down, Sweden Detains Vessel Suspected of Sabotage
Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Monday, January 27.
From Grief to Service: The Inspiring Journey of Dr. Bill Krissoff
Dr. Bill Krissoff’s remarkable journey from a tranquil life as an orthopedic surgeon to serving in the military at the age of 60, honors his fallen son’s mission and embodies the strength and resilience of a grieving father turned warrior.
Female Air Force Colonel Who Championed Women in Military Leadership Roles Relieved of Command in Hawaii
Col. Julie Sposito-Salceies’s abrupt removal from command underscores the Air Force’s unyielding commitment to high leadership standards amids shifting political tides.
Japan Acquires Tomahawks, Type-12 Surface-to-Ship Missiles
Japan is ramping up its defenses with Tomahawks, advanced drones, and AI-driven intel to counter China’s “Intelligentized warfare” threats.
North Korea Test-Fires Cruise Missiles, Sends Message to US and Allies
North Korea’s 930-mile missile test sends a bold message: advanced weapons, rising tensions, and Kim’s vow to “perfect” war deterrence.
Gaza Ceasefire Deal: Israel Releases 200 Palestinian Prisoners in Exchange for Four Soldiers
Hamas frees 4 Israeli soldiers; Israel releases 200 prisoners. A fragile truce, emotional reunions, and tensions hang in the balance.
SOFREP Daily: Kim Oversees New Missile Test, Kristi Noem Takes US Homeland Security Helm, Trump Proposes Relocating Gaza Refugees
Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Sunday, January 26.
In Memoriam: Delta Force’s Gaetano “Guy” Cutino
Guy Cutino was the kind of soldier who turned every challenge into an opportunity to excel, and every moment into a memory worth keeping.
US, Japan Strengthen Base Defenses Against Chinese Missile Attack
Despite defenses, a new study reveals US and allied bases in the Pacific remain highly vulnerable to Chinese ballistic missile attacks.
