Author: Tony Grist
U.S. Air Force Col. Mark L. Hamilton assumed command of the 1st Special Operations Wing from Col. Patrick T. Dierig during a change of command ceremony at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Oct. 6, 2025. Presiding officer, Lt. Gen. Michael Conley, commander of Air Force Special Operations Command, praised Col. Dierig’s leadership of the 1 SOW and cast a vision for continued mission readiness and innovation under Col. Hamilton. “Col. Hamilton’s proven leadership is just what the 1 SOW needs to ensure our Air Commandos remain ready to answer the Nation’s call,” said Lt. Gen. Conley. “I can think of no better…
THE FIRST SYSTEM IN THE FANG LINE IS THE FANG™ F7, A 7-INCH RETRIEVABLE FPV DRONE OPTIMIZED FOR TRAINING AND TACTICAL USE, NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE BY DEFENSE AND SECURITY OPERATORS SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Oct. 08, 2025 — Red Cat Holdings, Inc.?(Nasdaq: RCAT) (“Red Cat” or the “Company”), a U.S.-based provider of advanced all-domain drone and robotic solutions for defense and national security, today announced the launch of its FANG™ line of NDAA-compliant First Person View (FPV) drones, starting with the 7-inch FANG™ F7. Initially developed through a U.S. military lab program, FANG has progressed from concept to field-ready,…
Republicans in the Senate defeated Wednesday a war powers resolution that would have restricted the Trump administration’s power to conduct strikes on drug boats in the Caribbean. The resolution was put forward by Senate Democrats, joined by the Republican Senators Rand Paul of Kentucky and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska. As the Trump administration has saturated the Caribbean with nearly unprecedented naval force to interdict and destroy drug trafficking in the region, some Senators have expressed concern over the legality of the strikes—Congress has not explicitly authorized any use of military force against drug cartels. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY)…
A new YouGov Poll sponsored by Concerned Veterans for America (CVA) shows that veterans and Americans generally strongly support bringing American troops home from the Middle East and reducing involvement in the region. Per the poll, published Thursday, Americans overwhelmingly support withdrawing all U.S. troops from Iraq and Syria. For example, only 11 percent of respondents indicated that they would oppose withdrawing all American troops from Iraq, in comparison to 62 percent who would support such a measure. Likewise, only 10 percent of those polled supported increasing American involvement in the Middle East, while 58 percent said that U.S. involvement…
Helsinki, Finland – October 8, 2025 – Varjo, the technology leader in military-grade virtual and mixed reality solutions, today announced a refreshed XR-4 Series, the first mixed reality headsets engineered to support mission-ready training across air, land, and sea. The refreshed model is purpose-built to close the gap between traditional simulation methods and the demands of modern training. Originally launched in 2023, the XR-4 Series headsets are optimized to be integrated into cockpit trainers, vehicle simulators, or ground training systems, addressing the growing global need for scalable, safe, and realistic training. The compact form factor of the XR-4 Series allows…
Ski, Norway / Labarthe-sur-Lèze, France — October 7, 2025 The Norwegian personal protective equipment company, NFM Group has completed the acquisition of Paul Boyé, one of France’s most established defense and security manufacturers. The transaction marks a new stage in NFM Group’s European expansion and reinforces its long-term commitment to the French Armed Forces and national security institutions. Following a comprehensive process with French authorities, NFM Group has acquired 100% of the shares in Paul Boyé . The Closing was finalised on October 7th 2025, with the transfer of ownership taking effect the same evening. From heritage to horizon: A…
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Army Expands Program Allowing Soldiers with Civilian Skills to Bypass Initial Training WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army is adding 17 new military occupational specialties (MOSs) to its Civilian Acquired Skills Program (ACASP) effective October 1, 2025. The ACASP allows Soldiers with relevant civilian skills to bypass some initial training and start their military careers at an advanced level. This expansion brings the total number of eligible occupations to 60. “ACASP offers a two-pronged benefit,” said Brig. Gen. Gregory Johnson, Director of Military Personnel Management. “The Army gets skilled specialists into the force faster and at a lower cost, while the…
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday evening that a ceasefire deal in Gaza has been reached. In a post shared to Truth Social, Trump said he was “proud” to announce that “Israel and Hamas have both signed off on the first Phase of our Peace Plan.” Trump said Israel will withdraw troops “to an agreed upon line” and promised that “All Parties will be treated fairly.” According to sources close to the negotiations, Hamas has agreed to release all the remaining living hostages on Saturday. Trump called the deal a “GREAT Day for the Arab and Muslim World, Israel, all surrounding…
CZ introduces the CZ 457 Hunter Veil, one of the newest rimfire rifles in the popular CZ 457 series. Built for stealth and precision, this lightweight rifle combines reliable performance with a modern camouflage design, making it an ideal choice for small game hunters and target shooters alike. The 457 Hunter Veil features a durable polymer stock wrapped in Veil® Big Sky camouflage with a soft-touch finish, allowing it to blend seamlessly with natural surroundings while providing a secure and comfortable grip in any weather. Designed to withstand harsh field conditions, the stock ensures lasting durability and resistance to wear.…