Author: Tony Grist
The Iran War entered its 28th day Friday as President Donald Trump once again extended his deadline to strike Iran’s power plants unless the Strait of Hormuz is fully opened, this time by 10 days. In a post on Truth Social Thursday afternoon, Trump said that “as per Iranian Government request,” Trump will be “pausing the period of Energy Plant destruction by 10 Days to Monday, April 6, 2026, at 8 P.M., Eastern Time,” adding that “talks are ongoing and, despite erroneous statements to the contrary.” Iran denied that it made any request or that talks exist at all. A…
Senators approved a funding package early Friday morning for most of the Department of Homeland Security, a major step toward ending a 42-day partial shutdown, while leaving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and parts of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) outside the bill after Republicans refused to agree to the list of reforms Democrats proposed to limit the behavior of officers engaged in immigration enforcement. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York said Democrats had “held the line” against funding ICE and CBP without reforms, while Majority Leader John Thune of South Dakota accused Democrats of choosing “politics over…
President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he would push back the date by which Iran must agree to a ceasefire or have its power plants destroyed by U.S. airstrikes.“As per Iranian government request, please let this statement serve to represent that I am pausing the period of energy plant destruction by 10 days to Monday, April 6, 2026 at 8 PM Eastern time,” Trump wrote. The president said that “talks are ongoing and despite erroneous statements to the contrary by the fake news media, and others, they are going very well.” Iranian officials have repeatedly stated that they…
FirstSpear Friday Focus: March Merch Drop New merchandise from FirstSpear has arrived, bringing updated favorites and everyday essentials into one lineup. The SPICY UBER v2 T-SHIRT builds on the popularity of the original design with a refreshed look and the same comfortable, all-day wearability. The BFTX COFFEE TUMBLER delivers durable, dependable performance, built to handle early mornings, long hours, and constant movement without compromise. The ROPE TRUCKER HAT is offered in two styles and colorways, both providing a structured, breathable fit with a clean profile, built for consistent everyday wear. The ICON SPEAR TIP HAT delivers a classic trucker style with the same unmistakable…
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In a demanding test of precision, endurance and teamwork, 17 elite sniper teams participated in the U.S. Army Special Operations Command International Sniper Competition at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, March 15-19. The U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School hosted the competition, now in its 17th year. Special Forces sniper course instructors and leadership designed the various challenges and served as officials and scorekeepers. “This competition represents the pinnacle of the sniper craft,” said Army Col. Simon Powelson, commander of the 2nd Special Warfare Training Group. “We have brought together highly trained teams from across the joint…
New multi-orbit SATCOM terminal expands capabilities for autonomous and mobile command and control operations Offers best-in-class durability in small form factor, ruggedized casing, rapid water shedding, and high IP rating Redmond, WA – March 24, 2026: Kymeta Corporation, the world-leading flat-panel satellite terminal manufacturer, today announces its new Kestrel™ u5 – the smallest and most capable multi-orbit SATCOM terminal to the unmanned systems and national security sectors. The Kestrel u5 provides a new and reliable way for modern warfighters and government teams to stay connected and adapt to multiple mission profiles, offering seamless connectivity (switching between beams in under 1 millisecond) across networks, constellations,…
Premium Protection Now Standard on All 65mm and 85mm Passion APO Models North Chesterfield, VA. (March 20th, 2026) – German Precision Optics (GPO USA) proudly announces that every PASSION™ APO spotting scope, including the 16-48×65 APO and 20-60×85 APO models, now ships with a premium $99.99 custom-fitted Cordura® stay-on zip case at no additional charge. The newly-included custom stay-on case is purpose-designed to remain on the scope for life, offering rugged protection from bumps, scratches and daily wear. The case features a zip-on/zip-off design, a removable snap cover, and a snap-zip ocular cover providing secure, weather-resistant defense while in the…
Caracal USA Awarded Government Contract in Belize for CAR814 A2 Patrol Rifles The agreement further strengthens Caracal USA®’s presence and partnerships across the Caribbean region. Nampa, Idaho (March 2026) – Caracal USA, a leading US-based manufacturer of small arms for the law enforcement and defense markets, announced today that it has been awarded a new supply contract with various government agencies in Belize for the CAR814 A2 Patrol rifle. The award highlights the continued recognition of Caracal USA’s firearm platforms among government and security organizations throughout the Caribbean region. Chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, the CAR814 A2 Patrol is a centerfire,…