Author: Tony Grist

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas – Military Professionals now have instant access to all Army branch journals through the new Line of Departure app, which currently delivers more than 1,200 professional military articles directly to the field. Army University Press launched the app on May 12, 2026, expanding the reach of their Line of Departure website that previously consolidated the Army’s branch journals into a single, searchable interface. The new mobile version enhances the user experience by letting readers receive article alerts, build custom bookshelves, and share content with others. Maj. Nate Green, a Harding Fellow for Armor Magazine, noted that the…

The Romanian Ministry of National Defence has selected Quantum Systems for a new procurement of Vector reconnaissance systems under the European Union’s SAFE instrument. The contract represents the first SAFE-financed procurement project involving Quantum Systems and further strengthens the company’s role in supporting Europe’s defence readiness and industrial resilience efforts. Bucharest / Gilching, 28 May 2026 – Quantum Systems has been selected by the Romanian Ministry of National Defence to supply additional Vector reconnaissance systems for surveillance missions under projects financed through the European Union’s SAFE (Security Action for Europe) instrument. SAFE, adopted by the Council of the European Union…

Facility expansion positions AV to scale production, accelerate fielding, and provide cost-effective defense against mass aerial threats ARLINGTON, Va., May 26, 2026 – AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global defense technology leader, today announced an additional government investment of $20.2 million in AV’s Huntsville, Alabama facility to increase quantities of Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) and accelerate future Full-Rate Production (FRP) of the Next-Generation Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System Missile (NGCM), known as Freedom Eagle-1 (FE-1).  The expanded site will serve as the system-level integration, manufacturing, and production hub for FE-1, enabling rapid scale-up of interceptor production and accelerated delivery timelines to meet urgent U.S. Army and Combatant Command operational needs.   The 24,000-square-foot expansion…

Rampart Range Day 26 – Ravelin Jacket from Mustang Survival Mustang Survival is introducing a new Waterproof Breathable Jacket intended for LE duty. It features two large chest pockets, two internal pockets, a stowable hood, and full length underarm two-way zippers which allow you to expose your holster. Based on concerns that water might still penetrate the waterproof Aquaguard zipper, the flap behind the zipper features a gutter to prevent any water getting in. Mustang Survival products are available for agency and unit purchase in Canada from Rampart. Read the full article here

OPT Moving Sale IS Live 10% Off Site-Wide – Discount automatically applies in your shopping cart Additional Deals, marked down: 15% Off UF Pro Apparel 10-15% Off Blue Force Gear 30% Off Altama Land Warfare Boots 15-20% Off EOTECH 40% Off Kitfox Gear 30% Off OPT and Hodge Swag 20% Off Clearance and Blowout Sale runs through June 2nd. Some exclusions apply. Get the deal you’ve been waiting on for this Summer. Expect additional deals later this month and in July as we make space for our move to a new, bigger location! (And yes, it’ll have a new and…

Rampart Range Day 26 – ASP Defender Decon You likely know ASP for their famous extendable impact batons but they offer a wide range of capabilities to Law Enforcement. One of their latest products is Defender Decon, a cleanser specifically formulated to speed relief and recovery from OC exposure. This formula which lifts the residue OC leaves behind can reduce recovery from OC exposure to as little as 10-25 minutes. Plus, you don’t have to go seek out soap and water. The product is available in a compact canister (the same size as a MK-4 OC can) or a 32…

President Donald Trump on Friday announced that he is preparing “to make a final determination” on a memorandum of understanding to end the Iran War and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as a ceasefire to the conflict entered its 52nd day on Friday. In a Truth Social post, Trump said that Iran’s “enriched material” must “be unearthed by the United States… in close coordination and conjunction with the Islamic Republic of Iran, plus the International Atomic Energy Agency, and DESTROYED.” Drop Site News, citing a senior Iranian official, reported last Friday that, although Iran will only engage in nuclear talks…

Rampart Range Day 26 – Colt C27 Grenade Launcher In conjunction with the new C25 General Purpose Carbine and C26 Full Spectrum Rifles displayed by Colt Canada at Rampart Range Day, they showed the latest upgrade to their EAGLE 40mm grenade launcher which is to be designated as the C27 by the Canadian military. Seen above in its stand alone configuration with stock and optics rail, it can also be fitted to the 6 o’clock position on Picatinny rail equipped rifles with recoil lugs. It is held secured to the rail via the two captured pins. Already in limited service…

A Russian drone struck an apartment building in eastern Romania and exploded during an overnight attack on Ukraine, injuring two people, the Romanian government said Friday. The incident has raised alarms about Russian military activity spilling into NATO countries. Romania’s Defense Ministry said the drone struck the roof of a block of flats in the city of Galati, about 10 miles from the Ukrainian border. Two F-16 fighter jets were scrambled in response to Romanian radars detecting drones in national airspace. President Nicusor Dan said the country was briefing NATO and European Union allies and had requested additional anti-drone capabilities.…

Andrew Day, Curt Mills, and Jude Russo talk about the rising, falling, and rising again hopes of an Iran peace deal. Then, they discuss Ken Paxton’s crushing victory over Texas Senator John Cornyn in a runoff election. Finally, they ask whether President Trump really is about to attack Cuba. Recorded May 28, 2026. Read the full article here