Author: Tony Grist
Picatinny Arsenal, N.J. – On December 10, 2025, the decision was made to advance the procurement of a carbine variant of the Army’s M7 Rifle, designated the XM8. While not a replacement for the M7, the carbine exemplifies the program’s commitment to rapidly incorporating Soldier feedback. The Army continues to prioritize the modernization of its weapon systems to ensure Soldiers are equipped with the most effective tools for success in diverse operational environments. After considering Soldier feedback during these user evaluations, the Army is now introducing a shorter, more mobile carbine version of the M7 rifle. This reflects the Army’s commitment…
Rheinmetall and Boeing Australia have entered into a strategic partnership to offer the MQ-28 Ghost Bat as a mature solution for the Bundeswehr’s procurement of collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) into Germany by 2029. Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat has completed more than 150 flights and has been designed, developed and manufactured in Australia for the Royal Australian Air Force and other allied nations. A proven autonomous CCA, it will act as a force multiplier, teaming with manned platforms to provide critical combat mass in highly contested airspace. Its modular design and autonomous behaviours support a broad range of mission capabilities,…
Many years back, I was introduced to 5.11 apparel. It was good, rugged, and well-suited for my profession at the time, Law Enforcement. Today’s 5.11 apparel is light-years beyond what I wore then. Today, 5.11 has dedicated people gathering real insight into what professionals in the field need. Thanks to those people, the 5.11 V.XI XTU MC Pants are available to everyone who needs a strong and versatile set of pants, not a sales pitch. I appreciate the fact that they just work — day after day, job after job, whether you’re wrenching in the garage, running a training day,…
Sydney, Australia – 31 March 2026 – DroneShield (ASX:DRO), a global leader in counter-drone technology solutions, along with Origin Robotics, a defence technology company specialising in advanced autonomous systems, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), to formally progress joint collaboration across defence and security projects. Both companies bring battle-proven technologies already deployed in demanding operational environments. DroneShield contributes its advanced detection, electronic warfare and best-in-class sensor fusion and command-and-control capabilities. Meanwhile, Origin Robotics brings interceptor-focused autonomous platforms engineered for rapid launch, with its BLAZE platform, selected by multiple European governments and now entering operational service. The MOU…
The Iran War entered its 33rd day on Wednesday as President Donald Trump claimed that Iran’s president had requested a ceasefire but said the U.S. would not consider it unless the Strait of Hormuz was reopened, declaring in a Truth Social post: “Until then, we are blasting Iran into oblivion or, as they say, back to the Stone Ages!!!” On Tuesday afternoon, Bloomberg News had reported, citing IRNA news, that Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian had signaled a desire to end the war, running the headline “Iran President Says Ready to End War, Seeks Guarantees: IRNA.” Subsequent statements from Iranian officials…
New!!! FM 3-0, Operations – Gen Alpha Edition! New times call for new doctrinal approaches! This new publication supplements FM 3-0 by taking all of its essential elements and repackages it to reach the next generation of warfighters! Check it out here. Read the full article here
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The largest backpack Tasmanian Tiger has ever developed. TACWRK launches the Tasmanian Tiger TT Mega Mil OPS Pack 600 with a 900-liter capacity, together with Ripperkon. Berlin / Dasing, April 1, 2026 With the Tasmanian Tiger TT Mega Mil OPS Pack 600, TACWRK is launching – right on April 1st – a backpack that answers one simple question: why reduce when you can take everything with you? With a total capacity of 900 liters, this backpack truly fits it all. Multiple sleeping bags, a fitness ball, a full beer tent set – no problem. The only thing that matters is…
MEDIA ALERT ADF Announce the Hi-Power Browning is Coming Back MEDIA ALERT ADF announce the Hi-Power Browning is coming back, the Australian Army has decided ” if it ain’t broke don’t fix it.” We will Cerakote these Coyote Brown Khaki CBK and re-issue the PLATATAC Bladetech Holster, designed in 1935 by John Browning the pistol was used through WW2. Tell all your mates it’s coming back @bladetechholsters @platatacdaily @platatac Read the full article here