Laser Weapons Going to 5 US Bases to Deal with Drones
The Pentagon announced that laser and other directed‑energy weapons will be fielded at five U.S. installations to blunt the growing threat of small, low‑cost drones targeting critical assets. The sites—Fort Bliss, Texas; Fort Huachuca, Arizona; Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota; Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri; and Naval Base Kitsap, Washington—host the Army’s armor division, cyber‑intelligence hubs, B‑2 bomber fleet, upcoming B‑21 program, and ballistic‑missile submarines. All have previously reported drone incursions, prompting the push for rapid‑response kinetic‑free defenses. Officials are evaluating a menu of systems, from microwave‑based THOR/Mjolnir to the Army’s Leonidas and the Navy’s ODIN dazzler, as well as the high‑energy laser HELIOS. According to laser‑expert Jared Keller, the services collectively operate only sixteen operational laser platforms, underscoring the nascent state of the capability. Deploying these weapons could reshape base security protocols, reduce reliance on conventional kinetic interceptors, and signal a broader shift toward directed‑energy solutions across the services, with potential ripple effects for defense contractors and future procurement budgets.
Check Out Anduril's Eagle Eye Augmented Reality System
Anduril Industries unveiled its Eagle Eye augmented‑reality system, the latest evolution of the Army’s Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAZ). Unlike the bulkier IVAZ prototype, Eagle Eye resembles ordinary ballistic glasses mounted on a standard helmet, with the power and processing...
The F-14 Tomcat May Live on if Congress Passes the 'Maverick Act'
The House is debating the Maverick Act, legislation that would transfer three retired F‑14D Tomcats from the aircraft boneyard to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The bill also authorizes the restoration of at least one airframe...
The Coast Guard Is Getting a Special Operations Command
The U.S. Coast Guard announced the formation of a new Special Missions Command, a unified authority that will bring together its disparate special‑operations units under one roof. This initiative reflects a strategic shift toward centralizing elite capabilities that have traditionally...
The Marine Corps Might Be Creating a New Infantry MOS
The Marine Corps is weighing the creation of a new primary infantry occupational specialty, dubbed “Infantry Scout.” The proposal was confirmed by Major General Michael Brooks, the two‑star commander of Marine Corps Training Command, indicating it is more than a...
Hanwha Redback: The 40-Ton IFV Built for the Drone Age
The video examines South Korea’s Hanwha Redback (AS‑21), a 40‑ton infantry fighting vehicle that secured Australia’s LAN 400 Phase 3 contract for 129 locally‑built units. Designed as an export‑focused evolution of the K21, the Redback blends heavy protection, modern electronics and a...
The Latest on the US/Iranian Ceasefire
The briefing this morning reaffirmed that the U.S.–Iran ceasefire remains officially in force, even as both sides continue limited attacks. Since the truce began, Iranian forces have struck nine merchant vessels, seized two, and bombarded U.S. positions ten times. Defense Secretary...
What Is Going on with the Marine Corps - Modern Day Marine Recap
The video provides a field report from Modern Day Marine, highlighting the U.S. Marine Corps’ current modernization priorities and operational posture. It notes the Corps’ push to expand amphibious assault ships from the legally mandated 31 to 40 to sustain three...
The A-10 Warthog Is Dead… Long Live the A-10 Warthog
The Department of the Air Force announced on April 20 that the A‑10 Warthog’s service will be extended to 2030, reversing a plan to retire the remaining 162 aircraft by fiscal year 2026. The decision comes after a series of yearly attempts to...
This Is the UGV the Marine Corps Is Testing Right Now
The Marine Corps is currently field‑testing Rheinmetall’s Mission Master Silent Partner UGV, a 2,200‑pound electric platform designed for a 2,200‑pound payload. The vehicle can operate fully autonomously using lidar and camera suites, or be driven from a forward control station. With...
Is This What Will Replace the Long-Serving LAV-25?
The video showcases General Dynamics’ Advanced Recon Vehicle 30 (ARV30), the proposed successor to the Marine Corps’ long‑standing LAV‑25 armored vehicle. The ARV30 carries the same 30 mm cannon used on the new Amphibious Combat Vehicle, while a 360‑degree camera and sensor...
Check Out the Marine Corps' ACV-30
The video spotlights the Marine Corps’ Amphibious Combat Vehicle‑30 (ACV‑30), a next‑generation platform that has yet to be fielded to active‑duty units but is already being showcased at the Modern Day Marine facility. Its sheer size and design mark a...
The M551 Sheridan Was A Beautiful Disaster
The video examines the M551 Sheridan, the U.S. Army’s attempt in the late 1950s to field an air‑droppable light tank that could match Soviet main battle tanks while remaining under 17 tons. Designed with an aluminum 7039 alloy hull, a 152 mm M81...
What Marines Are Doing with FPV Attack Drones Is Impressive.
The video spotlights the Marine Corps’ rapid adoption of low‑cost FPV attack drones, focusing on a live‑fire demonstration at Camp Lejeune. The system, dubbed Archer Kraken, pairs a Nuros‑made drone with an electronic safe‑arm device, delivering a complete package for under...
America’s Most Important Island Isn’t Ready for War
The video underscores Guam’s strategic value as America’s westernmost territory, housing long runways, deep‑water ports, massive fuel and weapons stockpiles, and the home port for five nuclear‑powered submarines. Its proximity—about 2,000 miles closer to China than to Hawaii—makes it the...
The Army’s New XM8 Tries To Fix The M7’s Biggest Problem
The video explains the Army’s latest iteration of its next‑generation squad weapon – the XM8 – a shortened, lighter carbine derived from the 6.8 mm M7. While the original M7 faced criticism for excessive length, front‑heavy balance, and unreliable suppressors,...
What A MEU Can Actually Do In The Middle East
The video explains that the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) – the only continuously forward‑deployed MEU – is sailing from Okinawa with roughly 2,200 Marines to the Middle East amid rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. The discussion frames...
The Ukrainian Drones The US Wants For Iran
The video examines how the United States is eyeing low‑cost Ukrainian combat drones—specifically the Skyfall P1 Sun and General Cher’s Bullet—to bolster its counter‑UAV capabilities against Iran. These platforms, priced at roughly $1,000 and $2,100 respectively, contrast starkly with the...
Why The Coast Guard Is Racing To Rebuild Its Icebreaker Fleet
The video examines the United States Coast Guard’s critically short ice‑breaker fleet as the Arctic thaws, creating new commercial routes and heightened geopolitical tension. While Russia fields more than 40 icebreakers and China operates at least five, the U.S. relies...
What Reopening The Strait of Hormuz Looks Like #straitofhormuz #usnavy #antishipmissile
The video outlines a realistic roadmap for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that the U.S. Navy cannot simply flip a switch to restore safe passage. Instead, it would require a sustained, multi‑stage campaign targeting Iranian maritime threats and rebuilding...
Why The US Wants Ukraine’s Shahed-Killer Drones
The video explains why Washington is courting Ukraine for its low‑cost Shahed‑killer drones as Iran‑built attack drones flood the battlefield. While Ukraine still begs for high‑end air‑defense assets such as Patriot batteries, it now pitches its own interceptor fleet –...
Why The MQ-9 Reaper Refuses To Die
The video explains why the MQ‑9 Reaper, despite its age, slower speed and lack of stealth, continues to be a cornerstone of U.S. and allied operations. It highlights the drone’s role in Operation Epic Fury, where it flew alongside stealth...
Why The World Is Buying South Korean Weapons
The video explains how South Korea, once a marginal arms exporter, has become a major global supplier as nations scramble for weapons that can be produced and delivered quickly. Global military spending reached $2.7 trillion in 2024, but many defense factories are...
This New Underwater Drone Clings To Ships And Launches Drones
Lockheed Martin unveiled the Lamprey, a multi‑mission autonomous underwater vehicle (MMAV) designed to latch onto surface ships or submarines without any host modifications. Dubbed after the parasitic lamprey fish, the system can ride to a theater, recharge its batteries...
Why Did The Pentagon Try To Kill The E-7 Wedgetail?
The video examines why the Pentagon moved to cancel the purchase of the Boeing E‑7 Wedgetail, the planned successor to the aging E‑3 AWACS fleet, and how that decision was later overturned. It outlines the critical role of airborne early‑warning...
Marine Helicopters Can Now Hit Targets 200+ Miles Away
The Marine Corps unveiled the Red Wolf missile, a precision‑strike munition that can be launched from helicopters and other vertical‑take‑off platforms, delivering a strike capability beyond 200 miles. At roughly $300,000 per unit, the weapon offers a cost‑effective alternative to traditional...