Author: Tony Grist
Nuclear talks between the United States and Iran will be held in Muscat, Oman on Friday after Tehran reportedly requested a change of venue and expressed a desire to keep the negotiations focused on its nuclear program. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in an X post on Wednesday that the talks were scheduled for around 10 a.m. local time in Muscat, thanking Oman for facilitating the meeting. The talks had previously been expected to take place in Turkey. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday said Washington was…
SHOT Show 26 – HAZARD 4 EV-Hunting System HAZARD 4 exhibited an EV-Hunting system which combined their load carriage and clothing with a Ghostcat electric bike. The 4th generation Ghostcat F4X all-terrain fat tire electric bike offers a lightweight aluminum alloy soft tail frame with adjustable premium KKE front fork with 120mm travel and rear adjustable suspension. With a top speed of over 40 mph, it boasts a range of 30-50 miles. Read the full article here
SHOT Show 26 – V.XI Line Expands at 5.11 Tactical 5.11 Tactical is expanding their V.XI line with a new plate carrier and updated clothing designs. One look at the new clothing and you’ll recognize the Beyond Clothing DNA. They’ve leveraged work done over the years for special operations units with off shore manufacturing to keen the price down for their LE customers and introduce fabrics unavailable in the domestic supply chain. Additionally, these new styles will be available in both men’s and women’s sizing. V.XI Plate Carrier This new carrier design integrates laser cut laminate as well as new…
SHOT Show 26 – HK 421 7.62 MG Heckler & Koch exhibited a variant of the HK 421 machine gun in 7.62 mm NATO. While they would only mention that its inclusion in the booth was intended to demonstrate how important the company considers the US market its important to note that USSOCOM is currently seeking a Light Machine Gun Assault also in 7.62mm with possible future caliber swaps to high pressure ammunition. The staff was very kind to allow me to photograph the gun but I must point out that the lighting in the hall is very challenging. This…
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US Army Awards Persistent Systems Contract for $87.5 Million Supporting Next-Generation Command and Control Prototype Contract marks a total of $121.5 million awarded to company for NGC2 prototypeNEW YORK, Feb. 4, 2026 — Persistent Systems, LLC (“Persistent”), a leader in mobile ad hoc network (MANET) technology, announced that the U.S. Army’s Capability Program Executive Command, Control, Communications, and Network (CPE C3N) has submitted a second order of $87.5 million for MANET devices, as part of the transport layer for Next-Generation Command and Control (NGC2) prototype. This second order is a follow-on to the $34 million contract the company received in…
KOMENDA, SLOVENIA (28.01.2026) UF PRO, part of Mehler Systems, announces the return of the UF PRO Striker Challenge in 2026. The military-inspired endurance event will take place on 12 September 2026 in Pokljuka Plateau, offering participants a demanding experiencein alpine terrain. The UF PRO Striker Challenge is designed to test performance under pressure through a combination of sustained physical effort, technical execution, and decision-making. The 2026 edition will feature a 15 km course with 19 military-inspiredobstacles set across challenging terrain. Final classification prioritises successful obstacle completion, followed by total course time, placing emphasis on execution rather than speedalone. Participants can…
PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. – The U.S. Army has established the Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Agile Sustainment and Ammunition, PAE AS&A, at Picatinny Arsenal under the command of Maj. Gen. John T. Reim. The move is a key part of broader Continuous Transformation efforts intended to increase efficiency and accelerate the delivery of critical capabilities to the warfighter. The new organization was activated at a ceremony held on January 20 at Picatinny Arsenal where several thousand team members from all involved organizations were introduced to the new command. The Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology, the Honorable…
Blaser Introduces the R8 Professional 2.0 Rifle San Antonio, Texas (February 3, 2026) – The Blaser R8 Professional 2.0 is the modern evolution of this iconic straight-pull rifle, with enhanced features to improve your hunting experience. Featuring a new, ergonomically optimized vertical pistol grip for increased comfort and improved control when firing, the R8 Professional 2.0’s ambidextrous palm swell fits both right- and left-handed shooters. Other enhancements include new molded elastomer grip inserts, manufactured using 2K technology, which have a better surface texture for improved grip in the worst weather conditions. The Diamond Like Carbon A+ (DLC A+) coating of…
Ford and Darley Collaborate to Equip Broncos for Search and Rescue Teams Nationwide Detroit, MI – February 3rd, 2026 – At the Detroit Auto Show, Ford announced a nationwide search to donate five Bronco Badlands models equipped with the Sasquatch Package to under-resourced search and rescue (SAR) organizations across the country. These donations are part of the Bronco Wild Fund’s commitment to provide five specialized vehicles in 2026. Two recipients, Kern County Fire & Rescue (CA) and Teton County Search & Rescue (WY), are already confirmed, and Ford is now inviting applications for the remaining three. To ensure these vehicles are mission-ready, Ford is collaborating with Darley,…