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Summary and Key Points: Senior Defense Editor Christian D. Orr analyzes the Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-31 “Foxhound,” a supersonic interceptor that evolved from the MiG-25 “Foxbat.”

-Powered by dual Soloviev D-30F6 afterburning turbofans, the Foxhound achieves a maximum speed of Mach 2.83.

MiG-31 Russian Air Force. Image Credit: Creative Commons.

MiG-31 Flying High Russian Air Force. Image Credit: Creative Commons.

-Orr highlights the aircraft’s pioneering phased-array radar, which provides essential look-down/shoot-down capabilities for all-weather engagements.

Summary and Key Points: Defense Analyst Jack Buckby breaks down how Russia is touting its MiG-41 (PAK-DP) as a revolutionary sixth-generation interceptor capable of exceeding Mach 4 and operating in near-space to down hypersonic missiles.

-While officials claim the design is finalized and a prototype is imminent, significant skepticism remains. The aircraft follows a long tradition of high-speed interceptors like the MiG-31, yet the technical demands of Mach-4 flight are immense.

MiG-41 Artist Drawings Compilation. Image Credit: Creative Commons.

MiG-41 Artist Rendering.

This week, 82nd Airborne veteran Jack Piatt could go home with an Academy Award, the film industry’s most coveted honor, and one of the most prestigious awards in entertainment. His work combines the storytelling of a Russian realist from the 1800s and the talents of internet viral video performers to create an innovative and visually stunning ensemble that’s hard to forget.

All eyes are on the war in Iran, and many Americans are wondering what will happen next? Could this conflict expand? Could this lead to a wider war? Should we be worried about the threat of a nuclear weapon or a dirty bomb or a bio weapon?
If you are worried, it appears you aren’t alone.

Summary and Key Points: National security expert Steve Balestrieri evaluates the M1 Abrams and its M256 120mm smoothbore cannon, specifically the use of Depleted Uranium (DU) ammunition.

-Known as the “Silver Bullet,” rounds like the M829A4 utilize Armor-Piercing, Fin-Stabilized, Discarding Sabot (APFSDS-T) technology to defeat third-generation Explosive Reactive Armor (ERA).

An M1A1 Abrams tank from 1st Tank Battalion, 3rd Marines, maneuvers before a live fire assault at Shoalwater Bay Training Area, Queensland, Australia, on May 25, 2001 for Exercise Tandem Thrust 2001.

Summary and Key Points: Defense expert Dr. Brent M. Eastwood evaluates the Tomahawk cruise missile supply chain during the 2026 Iran conflict.

-With over 400 missiles fired in the first 72 hours of Operation Epic Fury, the U.S. Navy is facing a strategic “magazine depth” crisis.

Tomahawk Block IV Missile. Image Credit: Creative Commons.

Tomahawk Launch. Image Credit: Creative Commons.

-This report analyzes the RTX (Raytheon) framework agreement to surge production to 1,000 units per year to counter the “Kinetic Missile Fight.

On Mar. 13, 2026, a gunman opened fire on a Reserve Officers’ Training Corps classroom at Virginia’s Old Dominion University. He chose the wrong classroom to start a murderous rampage. Within moments, the cadets turned on the shooter and killed him. The incident left one victim fatally shot by the gunman, with two more wounded. 
The cadets rushed the gunman, piled on to him, and disarmed him before fatally stabbing the attacker to death. He was dead before the 911 call was placed. By the time police entered the room, only 10 minutes had elapsed.

The Department of Defense released the names of the six airmen who died when their LC-135 Refueling plane crashed in western Iraq on Thursday. 
They are: Maj. John A. Klinner, 33, of Auburn, Alabama; Capt. Ariana G. Savino, 31, of Covington, Washington.; and Tech. Sgt. Ashley B. Pruitt, 34, of Bardstown, Kentucky, who were all assigned to the 6th Air Refueling Wing. Capt. Seth R. Koval, 38, of Mooresville, Indiana.; Capt. Curtis J. Angst, 30, of Wilmington, Ohio; and Tech. Sgt. Tyler H. Simmons, 28, of Columbus, Ohio were assigned to the 121st Air Refueling Wing.

North Korean shipyards have overtaken those of the United States in the construction of ocean-going surface combat ships, with the shipbuilding industry having launched two destroyers in 2025, and scheduled to launch two more every year for the next five years under the next Five Year Plan, bringing total numbers in the water to 12 by the end of 2030. The U.S., by contrast, has been building Arleigh Burke class destroyers at rates of just 1.6 per year. While the contraction in U.S.

We toast our hearty comrades who have fallen from the sky,and were gently caught by Gods own hands to be with him on high.To dwell among the soaring clouds they have known so well before,from victory roll to tail chase at heavens very door.And as we fly among them there, we’re sure to hear their plea:Take care, my friend, watch your six, and do one more roll for me.

The Department of War announced the death of six Air Force Airmen who were supporting Operation Epic Fury.
Maj. John A. Klinner, 33, of Auburn, Ala.; Capt. Ariana G. Savino, 31, of Covington, Wash.; and Tech. Sgt.