Military Service

Afghan vet shoots Guardsmen, Putin weighs Trump peace plan, and more. Here’s what’s making headlines this Thursday evening.

Ceasefires wobble, wildfires turn deadly, and new alliances rise—Monday, June 30, 2025, closes with tension and transformation worldwide.

Soldiers don’t just serve—they believe, sacrifice, and love. Their bond, forged in hardship, is deeper than duty. It’s who they become.

Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Thursday, November 7.

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On Veterans Day, we honor the valor and sacrifice of all who’ve served, while Memorial Day solemnly reminds us of the ultimate price paid by some, casting a light on the enduring strength of families who carry on their legacy.

In the midst of the Vietnam War, as a newly promoted first lieutenant, I navigated the unpredictable dangers and crucial leadership decisions that came with leading a platoon through the dense jungles and uncertain terrains of a conflict that tested both my resolve and my survival instincts.

As a veteran, I am deeply troubled by the lack of understanding and respect for the sacrifices of those who served, and it’s time we bridge the gap between military and civilian perspectives to truly honor and support our veterans.

Veterans Day is a solemn occasion for Americans to unite in honoring and supporting our veterans, acknowledging their sacrifices and those of their families, and reinforcing our commitment to the values of freedom, sacrifice, and gratitude, with failure to do so marking a significant failure of our national character.

The erosion of military values, the politicization of leadership, and the detrimental impact of woke policies are exacerbating the recruitment and retention crisis within the U.S. military, necessitating urgent bipartisan action from Congress and a return to the principles that once made military service a respected and sought-after profession.

Retired Gen. James Lindsay, a distinguished figure in the U.S. Army who served for nearly 40 years and played a key role in the creation of the Airborne & Special Operations Museum in Fayetteville, has passed away at the age of 90 in Vass, North Carolina.

In the throes of the unforgettable Battle of Mogadishu and the heartache of losing a brother, we discovered that courage and audacity are the irreplaceable cornerstones of Delta Force, embodied in the fearless spirit of Sam Foster.