Author: Tony Grist
Watch full video on YouTube
Watch full video on YouTube
Milrem Robotics, the world’s leading developer of robotics and autonomous systems, and EOS Defence Systems, a global leader in advanced remote weapon systems and integrated defence solutions for Counter-UAS, have signed a teaming agreement to jointly pursue new business opportunities and advance network-centric collaborative combat robotics. The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation across marketing, product development, and research and development, enabling both companies to combine their complementary expertise in unmanned platforms, weapon systems, and integrated defence solutions. “By combining Milrem Robotics’ unmanned ground vehicle expertise with EOS Defence Systems’ advanced weapon and integration capabilities, we are strengthening our ability…
GA-ASI and Mitchell Institute Award the 184th Attack Squadron With RPA Squadron of the Year SAN DIEGO – 02 February 2026 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies presented the 2024 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Squadron of the Year Award to the 184th Attack Squadron (ATKS) from the Ebbing Air National Guard Base. The award was initially announced at the U.S. Air Force’s annual Air, Space, and Cyber Conference, but GA-ASI and Mitchell held a formal presentation ceremony on January 30 in Fort Smith, Arkansas, the home of the 184th ATKS, in order to…
Andrew Day and Curt Mills talk to author Robert Wright of the NonZero Newsletter about the looming war with Iran, AI’s threat to social stability, and the likelihood that China will invade Taiwan. Recorded February 4, 2026. The post TAC Right Now: Will Trump Destroy Iran for Israel? appeared first on The American Conservative. Read the full article here
SOFWERX – PEO-TIS Handheld High Frequency Radio Industry Day SOFWERX, in collaboration with USSOCOM Program Executive Office Tactical Information Systems (PEO-TIS), will host an Industry Day on 3 March 2026, to gain a better understanding of the current market and the technical capabilities of Handheld High Frequency (HF) Radio systems. USSOCOM has a critical need for reliable and secure Beyond-Line-of-Sight (BLOS) communications for dismounted warfighters operating in a variety of challenging environments, including areas with limited or no satellite coverage. Handheld HF radios are a key component of our communications strategy, providing a resilient and autonomous solution for long-range voice…
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…