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Two U.S. Navy SEALs, Chief Special Warfare Operator Christopher J. Chambers and Navy Special Warfare Operator 1st Class Nathan Gage Ingram, drowned in January during a mission to intercept a ship carrying Iranian-made weapons to Yemen. A military investigation determined that their deaths could have been prevented, citing gaps in training and improper use of flotation devices as contributing factors.

Investigation finds gaps in SEAL training after tragic drownings

A fisherman was rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard on Thursday, Oct. 10, after spending nearly 24 hours adrift off the coast of Florida, clinging to a cooler following Hurricane Milton’s devastation. The man, who was aboard the fishing vessel Capt. Dave, was found approximately 30 miles off Longboat Key after the boat became disabled amidst the Category 3 hurricane, which brought winds of 120 miles per hour, heavy rain, and tornadoes.

Fisherman found adrift, rescued after battling hurricane for 24 hours

The US Navy's Seawolf is one of the most advanced hunter-killer submarines in the water. There was a rare sighting of it in Japan.

US Navy fast-attack submarine surfaces near Japan, China

Ukraine's drone strike efforts paid off, destroying 400 Iranian-made Shahed drones and disrupting Russia's logistics and offense.

Ukraine’s drones strike a devastating blow to Russia’s Iranian-made weapons

Russian forces suffered an average of 1,271 soldiers killed or wounded each day, surpassing the previous high of 1,262 daily casualties recorded in May 2024. The U.K.’s Ministry of Defence attributed the rise to intensified fighting in the Kharkiv and Kursk regions and along the frontlines.

September marks highest casualties for Russian military since invasion

Human Rights Watch reported on Wednesday, Oct. 9, that Haitian gangs are recruiting children as young as 8 years old to join their ranks.

Haitian gangs recruiting children with promise of food, shelter: Report

A whistleblower said the pentagon is running a secret UFO program, "Immaculate Constellation." The Pentagon denied the claims.

Secret Pentagon UFO program allegedly operating without Congress’ knowledge

The United States and China share a relationship that can be described as "complicated," and the Weapons and Warfare team breaks it down.

Understanding the complex US-China relationship

Three of America’s most informed voices discussing the challenges China poses to the U.S. military in this week's episode.

Addressing the China Problem: Weapons and Warfare

For troops in the field, having a centralized piece of equipment that can perform a multitude of tasks is crucial.

Is BlueHalo’s VigilantHalo a C2 game changer?: Weapon of the week

Thermite-dropping drones, nicknamed Dragon's Breath, are quickly growing from obscure weapon to mythical status in Ukraine.

Thunder of dragons spotted in Ukraine

Haiti is condemning a move by the Dominican Republic that would lead to the deportation of thousands of Haitians.

Haiti condemns Dominican Republic plan to deport 10,000 migrants per week

Florida residents are preparing for Hurricane Milton.

Hurricane Milton barrels toward Florida’s already hard-hit west coast

Satellite imagery revealed more details about Iran’s Oct. 1st ballistic missile attack against Israel that hit an Israeli air base.

Iran’s ballistic missile attack hit Israel air base, does little damage

The infamous Russian arms dealer known as the “Merchant of Death” is reportedly back in the arms trade after his release by the U.S. in 2022.

‘Merchant of Death’ allegedly returns to arms trade after US release

Mossad used an elaborate covert operation involving explosive-laden pagers to carry out a massive strike on Hezbollah.

New details revealed for deadly pager attack operation on Hezbollah

Since the Oct. 7 attack, the United States has provided $17.9 billion in military aid to Israel, the most to the country in a one-year period.

US provided Israel $17.9 billion in military aid since Oct. 7 terror attack: Report

A mystery surrounding the beluga whale that captured global attention with rumors of espionage has finally been resolved.

Bacterial infection, not foul play, likely killed Russian ‘spy whale’

72-year-old American Stephen Hubbard sentenced to nearly 7 years in Russian prison for fighting as a mercenary in Ukraine.

Russia sentences American to 7 years for alleged mercenary role in Ukraine

The U.S. reportedly wants to take advantage of Hezbollah’s weakened state to help elect a new Lebanese president.

US pushing to elect new Lebanese president as Hezbollah weakens

In addition to targeting Hezbollah’s leadership, the Israel Defense Forces are again going after the group on the ground in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah ‘reeling’ after attacks from Israel

Most of Lebanon's emergency shelters were full on Friday, Oct. 4, as a humanitarian crisis worsen amid Israel's fight against Hezbollah.

Lebanon’s nearly 900 displacement shelters are almost full amid crisis

China declined a U.S. request to take joint international action to counter missile attacks on global shipping by Houthi rebels in Yemen, a senior American diplomat said Thursday. Instead, Beijing reportedly encouraged the Iranian-backed Houthis to target non-Chinese vessels, according to U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell.

China rejects US plea for action on Houthi shipping attacks

In a debate between Virginia Senate candidates Tim Kaine and Hung Cao, Cao's comments on low military recruitment gained significant attention.

Virginia Senate candidate rails against DEI recruiting practices in military