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A World War II-era U.S. bomb exploded Wednesday at Miyazaki Airport in southwestern Japan, creating a large crater on a taxiway and forcing the cancellation of over 80 flights. No injuries were reported. Reuters

Sudden WWII bomb blast forces airport shutdown in Japan

The U.S. and its allies possess enough conventional weapons to neutralize all of Russia and China’s nuclear capabilities in two hours. Russian Ministry of Defence

US could eliminate Russia and China’s nuclear capabilities in 2 hours: Study

A lot of firsts are being shown off lately as the concepts of warfighting evolve, including the Barracuda missile. Anduril

Barracuda missiles present themselves as the solution to cost, difficult production

The team reviewed a controversial new paper that makes claims about the U.S.' ability to deal with its near-peer adversaries' nuclear weapons. Russian Ministry of Defense

Can the US take out nuclear weapons in Russia, China?: Weapons and Warfare

A record-breaking drone display in Shenzhen, China, has raised both admiration around the globe, and concern from the West. Getty Images

Chinese drone show sparks global admiration, military concerns

Ukraine is accusing Russia of poisoning two of its river causing mass amounts of fish to die and creating a man-made natural disaster. Getty Images

Ukraine says Russia poisoned two of its rivers in act of ‘ecological genocide’

Israeli forces launched limited ground raids late Monday night, targeting Hezbollah positions along the border with Lebanon. The raids follow approval from Israel’s security cabinet for the next phase of its military operations, focusing on Hezbollah infrastructure that poses an immediate threat to Israeli towns near the border. Reuters

IDF troops raid Lebanon to dismantle Hezbollah terror networks

Iran launched missiles toward Israel on Tuesday, Oct. 1, after the United States warned that an attack from Tehran was 'imminent.' Reuters

Iran attacks Israel with barrage of missiles as US considers next steps

An international force led by Kenya will stay in Haiti another year in an effort to curb gang violence that has overtaken the country. Getty Images

UN extends international force’s stay in Haiti another year

Russian Su-35 fighter jet performs "unsafe and unprofessional" maneuver near US F-16 in Alaska airspace, another near incursion for Russia. DVIDS

Russian fighter jet flies within feet of US F-16 in Alaska: Video

The newest phase of war in the Middle East appears to have officially arrived as Israel has begun ground attacks in Lebanon. It’s the escalation in fighting there that the United States and its allies have been trying to keep from happening for weeks now. Reuters

Israel launches ground offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon

President Biden authorizes $567M defense aid package for Taiwan, significantly increasing U.S. support amid escalating tensions with China. Reuters

President Biden authorizes $567 million defense aid package for Taiwan

Norway considers constructing a fence along its 123-mile border with Russia to enhance security and address irregular migration concerns. Reuters

Norway may follow Finland’s lead and build fence along Russian border

The U.S. announced a deal with the Iraqi government to wrap up the military mission in Iraq that’s working to defeat ISIS. Getty Images

US troops to leave Iraq, end ISIS combat mission by end of 2026

Tensions in the South China Sea escalated Saturday, Sept 28, as China conducted military drills near a disputed area while the U.S. and its Asia-Pacific allies carried out joint naval exercises nearby. China’s military announced that it had conducted routine early warning, reconnaissance exercises, and patrols around Scarborough Shoal, a contested atoll within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone. Getty Images

China, US and allies hold competing military drills in tense South China Sea

An Israeli airstrike in Beirut suburb reportedly took out Hezbollah headquarters in Lebanon. AP Images

Israel ups Lebanon strikes, destroys Hezbollah headquarters near Beirut

Ukraine deploys robotic dogs for reconnaissance, supply delivery and combat upgrades, marking a technological shift in the conflict. Ukraine Armed Forces

Ukraine leverages robotic dogs for reconnaissance, combat

The Pentagon confirmed on Thursday, Sept. 26, that one of China's nuclear attack submarines sank earlier this year. Reuters Images

China’s naval efforts suffer blow with revelation its attack sub sank

The Army surpassed its recruiting goal of 55,000 new recruits this fiscal year, while adding 11,000 individuals to the delayed entry program, which will support next year’s recruiting efforts. This marks a significant turnaround after the service missed its recruitment targets in 2022 and 2023. The success is largely attributed to the Army’s Future Soldier Prep Course, which helped more than 13,000 recruits meet academic and fitness requirements for basic training. DVIDS

Army exceeds 55,000 recruitment goal, reversing 2022 and 2023 shortfalls

A Vietnam War pilot who had been missing for over 50 years has finally been identified, found in central Vietnam. Getty Images

Remains of missing Vietnam War pilot identified after 50 years

Ukraine has a new ground-based robot hitting the battlefields. The multi-functional platform is nicknamed the 'Gnom.' Temerland Military Solutions

New ‘Gnom’ robot repelling Russians in Ukraine

Russia is reportedly producing long-range attack drones in China for use in Ukraine, raising concerns over China’s involvement and support. Reuters

Secret drones from China could fuel Russia’s war in Ukraine: Report

The White House announced $8 billion in aid to Ukraine in the form of weapons and equipment on Thursday, Sept. 26, in what President Biden described an effort to help Ukraine "win this war." AP Images

White House announces $8 billion in aid to Ukraine to help Kyiv ‘win this war’

Hezbollah fired a ballistic missile at Tel Aviv on Wednesday, Sept. 25, marking the first time the group targeted central Israel. The missile, launched from southern Lebanon, was intercepted by Israel's David's Sling defense system. Reuters

Israel’s ‘David’s Sling’ intercepts Hezbollah ballistic missile