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Federal immigration (ICE) agents shot and killed a 37-year-old American man, Alex Jeffrey Pretti, in Minneapolis on Saturday morning. The incident, captured on multiple viral videos, shows ICE agents wrestling Pretti to the ground before multiple shots are heard while he is being restrained. Local officials confirmed Pretti’s death. A video published by Drop Site News shows a closer look at the confrontation. Early in that footage, an immigration officer throws a woman to the ground. Pretti, a registered nurse, is seen recording the scene and moving toward the woman. Agents then spray Pretti with an apparent chemical agent and…

Raft’s AI Mission System empowers CENTCOM operators with on-demand computer vision tailored to real-world missions – broad-area satellite search, distributed maritime monitoring, and counter-UxS threat detection. MCLEAN, Va., Jan. 22, 2026 — Raft, a leading defense technology company, powering the software-driven foundation of modern warfare, has been awarded a highly competitive Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) by the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO), in partnership with U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), following a five-day vendor bake-off. Hosted last fall by CENTCOM, the evaluation sought cutting-edge solutions to operationalize AI on the battlefield. Raft’s win underscores its ability to rapidly deliver…

This year was my first year at SHOT in a decade and it was a good time. I hung out with friends I haven’t seen in a while, as well as friends I have seen more recently. There were interesting guns to be sure, and some of them will find their way into a post here and there. I saw some promising optics and support equipment, but nothing that I can’t live without. I am fortunate to have some real friends at these companies and they have not steered me wrong yet. Some preliminary Pistol-Training.com deals were struck and hopefully…

Multi-Fuel Long Gun Light Provides Both White and IR Illumination EAGLEVILLE, PA, January 23, 2026 – Streamlight®, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced the ProTac® Rail Mount VIR PRO, a gun-mounted tactical light featuring up to 1,100 lumens of visible white light and an infrared (IR) LED. The new light is designed to securely fit all long guns with MIL-STD-1913 or M-LOK® and M-LOK compatible rails. The ProTac Rail Mount VIR PRO enables users to easily toggle between bright white and IR light via the head-mounted switch, allowing first responders to illuminate a…

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OLESZNO, Poland — Soldiers assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 66th Armored Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, conducted an armored live-fire exercise and technology demonstrations during Operation Winter Falcon 26 at the Drawsko Combat Training Center in Oleszno, Jan. 13. The event demonstrated how modern military operations rely on integrating multiple systems, including unmanned aerial systems and counter-UAS capabilities, to strengthen defensive capabilities. The demonstration reflected how the United States and its NATO allies are modernizing to reinforce defenses in Poland and across the alliance. Polish and U.S. forces fired their M1A2 Abrams tanks side by side on the firing…

DryStick Launches Practical, Reusable Dryfire Targets DryStick™ Targets announces the release of a new line of reusable adhesive dryfire targets built for shooters who value simplicity, consistency, and foundational skill development. Designed without unnecessary features or tech, DryStick™ gives firearm owners a clean, reliable way to practice sight alignment, transitions, and trigger control in any environment. Each DryStick™ target uses a repositionable adhesive that sticks to most smooth surfaces and removes cleanly without residue. Shooters can build a functional training setup in seconds using doors, cabinets, walls, garages, or other flat surfaces, making meaningful dryfire practice accessible regardless of space…

CTOMS Launches X-Belt Padding System Gen III Edmonton, Alberta, Canada – January 22, 2026 – CTOMS Inc. is excited to announce the launch of the X-Belt™ Padding System (PS) Gen III, the latest advancement to their classic low-profile, high-performance battle belt. The X-Belt PS Gen III is a streamlined outer duty belt with laser-cut MOLLE, designed for maximum comfort under full operational loads while being lighter and more durable than previous generations. Its low-profile padding is hook-and-loop adjustable, allowing a precise fit across a range of waist sizes and seasonal/operational clothing layers. The X-Belt PS Gen III integrates seamlessly with…

SHOT Show 26 – Crye Precision G3 Cut Resistant (CR) Combat Shirt & Pant Developed for the British Prison Service, the CR variant of the G3 uniform offers ISO 13997 Level D/EN 388 Level 2 cut resistance using high-performance, Dyneema-blended jersey material in key areas such as groin, thighs, chest. and underarms. Additionally, the ensemble integrates the new AIRFLEX pads. Offered in sizes: Shirts: XS – 3XL in short – x long lengths Pants: 26 – 46 in short – x long lengths Black and Grey colors. Read the full article here