Author: Tony Grist

President Donald Trump said Tuesday night that the United States had agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran under a proposal brokered by Pakistan, contingent on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The president described the arrangement as a “double sided ceasefire,” stating in a post on Truth Social that the U.S. has “already met and exceeded all Military objectives, and are very far along with a definitive Agreement concerning Longterm PEACE with Iran, and PEACE in the Middle East.” A White House official told Axios that Israel also agreed to halt strikes and that the truce would take effect…

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FORT POLK, La. — Soldiers from the Florida Army National Guard’s 3rd Battalion, 265th Air Defense Artillery Regiment trained alongside the 82nd Airborne Division during a combat training center rotation 15-20 March, marking the first time a Guard unit has integrated into an active-duty rotation under the National Guard’s new Minuteman Rotation concept. The Minuteman concept aligns National Guard annual training with combat training center rotations, allowing units to meet their 15-day requirement while operating alongside active-duty formations. Leaders said the approach increases readiness and interoperability across the total force. Senior Army National Guard leaders visited the rotation March 19-20,…

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Ruger Introduces Left-Handed Models of the Ruger American Rifle Generation II Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) is pleased to announce something left-handed shooters have been asking for, left-handed models of the Ruger American® Rifle Generation II. The first of these models will be released in the Ranch configuration, with six chamberings available: 7.62x39mm, 450 Bushmaster, 400 Legend, 350 Legend, 300 Blackout and 5.56 NATO. Compact and purpose-built, American Rifle Gen II Ranch models feature a 16.1″ cold hammer-forged, threaded barrel paired with a factory-installed radial port muzzle brake. This combination provides precise rifling, excellent durability and consistent accuracy…

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East Sussex, UK (April 6, 2026) — Spartan Precision Equipment is proud to highlight its Springbok Bipod, recently named Outdoor Life’s “Best Stalking Bipod of 2025.” Engineered for hunters who demand speed, adaptability, and precision, the Springbok Bipod delivers rapid shooting position changes without the need for mechanical adjustments, allowing seamless transitions from prone to kneeling while maintaining precise shot placement in dynamic hunting environments. Crafted for the rigors of backcountry use, the Springbok Bipod features Spartan’s patented MagnaSwitch™ quick detach system, allowing users to attach or remove the bipod in seconds without latches or buttons. Its innovative silicone body allows…

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Vice President J.D. Vance visited Budapest Tuesday, just five days before Hungary’s April 12 election, to offer public support for Prime Minister Viktor Orbán during a closely contested campaign. Vance said he was in the Hungarian capital “to help him in this campaign cycle”, but noted that the U.S. will work with whoever wins. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox The visit marked the first trip by a high-level American official to Hungary in 20 years. Orbán, who has served as Prime Minister of Hungary since 2010, faces a strong challenge from Péter Magyar and his…

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Meet with Ocean State Innovations & 1947 at NAUMD We’re heading to NAUMD 2026. Join 1947 & Ocean State Innovations at Booth T19 to explore advanced textile solutions built for performance, durability, and real-world applications. May 03–05, 2026 Boston Marriott Copley Place, Boston, MA Meet our team, discover innovative materials, and see what’s next in high-performance textiles. Let’s connect— [email protected] Read the full article here

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The Iran War entered its 39th day on Tuesday as President Donald Trump threatened to destroy “a whole civilization.” This weekend Trump set an 8 PM Eastern Time deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz. “A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again. I don’t want that to happen, but it probably will,” Trump said on Truth Social. He added that tonight would be “one of the most important moments in the long and complex history of the World. 47 years of extortion, corruption, and death, will finally end.” In a Monday press conference,…

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