Nineteen weeks ago, Iran faced the combined might of the most powerful country in the world and the most advanced military in the Middle East. Today, it is dictating the terms of the peace.When the memorandum of understanding was signed last month, President Donald Trump declared, “The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all!” and told the ships of the world to start their engines.
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The United States Armed Forces is facing a mounting crisis over the sustainability of its precision-guided munitions inventories, following multiple phases of high intensity combat operations against Iran that began in late February. Defence analysts warn that key missile stockpiles have been depleted at a wholly unprecedented rate, with air defence interceptors, cruise and ballistic missiles, and a number of types of guided bombs being the most seriously depleted. Many of the weapons consumed are among the most technologically sophisticated in the U.S.
The release of the first image showing Su-35 air superiority fighters in flight in Algerian Air Force service has highlighted the type’s role in what is by far the Africa’s most ambitious combat aviation modernisation effort. Following reports in late 2024 that orders for Su-35s had been placed, the fighters were first confirmed in March 2025 to have begun deliveries. The latest footage of the aircraft notably follows the release of footage confirming the delivery of Su-34 strike fighters in mid-June, and footage confirming the delivery of Su-57 fifth generation fighters in late February.
Ukraine’s indigenous FP-9 short-range ballistic missile has moved significantly closer to operational service, with the privately owned defence company Fire Point indicating that it is expected to begin flight testing in the near future. According to company officials, the missile is awaiting final engine validation before entering its test campaign, with battlefield trials expected later in 2026 if development proceeds as planned.
Sample front page national media coverage across America regarding the Frome murders case.
Armed Forces Press readers will be familiar with my ongoing call for the declassification of entire sets of Nazi-era files regarding the San Francisco District of US Naval Intelligence. WHICH powerful elite(s), presumably from the Bay Area, have kept these files classified and WHY, with a Dem-stranglehold on politics for decades?
It’s not like any of us can trust their superior Woke “leadership” and numerous shortcomings.
The U.S. Department of War has launched an effort to develop a new generation of inexpensive long-range unmanned aircraft capable of performing many of the missions currently assigned to the MQ-9 Reaper. The initiative follows extensive combat losses suffered by the Reaper fleet during operations against Iran, where dozens of aircraft have been shot down, prompting Pentagon planners to reassess whether large, sophisticated unmanned aircraft costing tens of millions of dollars remain economically viable for many routine intelligence, surveillance and strike missions.
“De Nile,” as they say, “is no longer just a river in Egypt.” The man proving that statement in spades is the President of the Russian Federation, former Soviet-era KGB Lt. Col. Vladimir Putin.
Despite being an officer within one of the more capable intelligence organizations of the 20th century, Putin was never a standout performer as a KGB operative.
Russia Tu-22M Bomber. Image Credit: Creative Commons.
Tu-22M Bomber from Russian Air Force. Image Credit: Creative Commons.
…gloriously done. BZ and beers for all…
It was only a matter of time…and what a way to do it.
Iran: check
Submarine: check
Shipyard: check
Daylight: check
“Just another day in the office.” vibe: check
Yesterday, using multiple one-way attack surface drones, CENTCOM forces successfully struck a submarine and ship maintenance facility in Iran. Three Corsair unmanned surface vessels hit the port at Bandar Abbas Naval Base, marking the first time American forces have employed sea… pic.twitter.com/bOM2kmgRxz
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A European intelligence assessment that is circulating among European Union policymakers has warned that Russia’s banking system is at risk.
The two-page report, which was prepared in June and seen by Reuters, describes the vulnerability of Russia’s banking system after more than four years of economic strain caused by the invasion of Ukraine.
Putin in October 2024 Kremlin. Image Credit: Russian Government.
Putin Back in 2023. Image Credit: Kremlin.
Ukraine continues its bid to overwhelm Russia with a dynamic war of maneuver, notably using advanced drones.
Recent reports suggest that more than 50 Russian vessels have effectively withdrawn from the Sea of Azov and are sheltering farther south in the Black Sea following an intense Ukrainian drone campaign.
Kirov-Class Russian Navy. Image Credit: Creative Commons.
Kirov-Class Russian Navy Cleaned Up. Image Credit: Creative Commons.