Drone Strike in Syria Hits Iranian Weapon Shipment
A rare daylight drone strike pummeled a weapons shipment heading for an illegal crossing on the Syria-Iraq border, several reports confirm.
Iraq
Top ISIS Commander Killed by American Airstrike in Iraq
“The Coalition will continue to remove key leaders… terrorists-you will never live in peace- you will be pursued to the ends of the earth.”
The “Big Five” Systems That Helped Win Desert Storm
Five systems designed to fight the Soviets first proved their combined might in the Middle East during Operation Desert Storm.
How Roadside Bombings Spawn a New Armored Car Business for John Zinn
A firefight on the streets of Iraq in 2004 led John Zinn to form Indigen Armor, a brand new take on up-armored trucks for Special Operators.
Reading Between the Lines of SecDef Lloyd Austin’s Day One Message
We’re so accustomed to historic moments being draped in ten-dollar words and big ideas. SecDef Lloyd Austin clearly doesn’t operate that way.
France’s Macron Calls Upon Biden for Greater US Involvement in the Fight Against Extremism
As the French continue to weather casualties, French President Emmanuel Macron seeks to gain renewed military support from President Biden.
Trump Pushes Last-Minute Addition of Israel to CENTCOM
Israel, has been involved in the European Command, because, in the past, Israel was not recognized by most of the countries in the region.
Iran Rattles Saber Toward the U.S. Ahead of Anniversary of Soleimani Killing
Iran’s military frontman, General Hossein Salami issued a new round of threats on the eve of the strike on Iranian General Qassem Soleimani.
Afghan’s Militias are Growing. Is that a Good Thing?
The Public Uprising Forces is a group of militiamen fighting the Taliban in Afghanistan, but will they always be allies of the government?
Meet Fritz, the Army K9 Just Awarded a Medal for Action in Syria
“Military Working Dog Fritz’s unique abilities were vital to the accomplishment of the security and force protection mission.”
The Blackwater Pardons: Why POTUS Did the Right Thing
Trump’s pardon of Blackwater personnel has drawn criticism but little analysis; read this professional legal report and decide for yourself.
Christmas Cheer on the Streets of Iraq in 2004
Despite 84 people receiving the Purple Heart just in my infantry company of about 120, we managed to muster Christmas cheer that day in Iraq.
