As situations in Ukraine, the Red Sea, Gaza and Taiwan continue to evolve, American military leadership seems to agree that there is a need for innovation. This is especially true for open waters around the world, which has led to companies emerging with new technology. “We cannot continue to do the same approach that we’ve…

Many jobs require some form of on-the-job training, working with colleagues so employees can go back to their jobs with more knowledge and confidence than before. However, in the world of special operations, where on-the-job training is constant, insights into how to best use new technology don’t always make it to the frontlines. In special…

Russian President Vladimir Putin receives a grand welcome from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as the two leaders strengthen their partnership. And tense moments during the White House briefing as someone appeared to faint as dangerous temperatures grip the nation’s capital. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, June 19, 2024.…

If current conflicts serve as any indication, the open seas will likely play a large role in the next American military conflict. Key battles involving Iranian-backed Houthi rebels, Ukraine, Russia and China all demonstrate that the U.S. is falling behind when it comes to maritime warfare. Current constraints on American shipbuilding are hindering military efforts…

The head of the Department of Justice, Attorney General Merrick Garland, held in contempt of Congress. And “life-threatening” flooding in south Florida as more torrential rain is expected Thursday. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, June 13, 2024. Attorney General Merrick Garland held in contempt of Congress In an effort led…

To say there is a lot of competition in the drone industry is putting it mildly. Hundreds of drone manufacturers compete for a limited number of military contracts. The latest weapon of the week from Performance Drone Works (PDW) has a few key highlights that make it stand out from the rest of the pack.…

Iran’s historic attack on Israel didn’t damage much of anything actually in Israel, but it did cost the Jewish state around $1.3 billion. That’s according to the latest expert analysis of the ordeal. The Israel Defense Force said 99% of the 300 or so threats fired from Iran at Israel were intercepted. Iran used an…

Several people are dead in the strongest earthquake to hit Taiwan in 25 years, and the future of Disney will be decided today in a boardroom vote. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Several dead after major earthquake rocks Taiwan At least nine people have died and more…

Six miles. A handful of U.S. Special Operations soldiers will be stationed on an island controlled by Taiwan, just six miles from mainland China. The United Daily News in Taiwan reported U.S. Army Green Berets will deploy in three-man teams to a couple of amphibious camps, acting as consultants to further train Taiwan’s own special…

It’s been two years since the start of Russia’s three-day special military operation to take Ukraine. Hundreds of thousands of people are dead. Entire cities have been reduced to rubble. The 600-mile frontline hasn’t changed much over the last year, but if you believe what world leaders are saying, this next year could decide the…