Good evening—welcome to SOFREP’s Evening Brief for Tuesday, July 15, 2025. From deepening crises in Gaza and Syria to major moves on the global tech and defense fronts, today’s headlines span war zones, courtrooms, and boardrooms. We’re tracking Gaza’s worsening humanitarian emergency,… [Read more…]
Good evening—welcome to SOFREP’s Evening Brief for Tuesday, July 15, 2025. From deepening crises in Gaza and Syria to major moves on the global tech and defense fronts, today’s headlines span war zones, courtrooms, and boardrooms. We’re tracking Gaza’s worsening humanitarian emergency, rare earth deals reshaping US supply chains, and political shake-ups in Ukraine. Let’s get … [Read more…]
When I first glanced at today's "Pic of the Day," I thought I might have been looking at a photo of SEAL Team SIX, or Delta Force, maybe. Then I read the caption. These folks work for the Department of Energy. Specifically, they work for the Office of Secure Transportation (OST). Now, I consider myself fairly well-educated, and I know a thing or two about the armed forces, but … [Read more…]
The use of mines in conflict zones poses significant dangers, threatening the safety and well-being of civilians and soldiers alike. Sadly, examples from the Azerbaijan-Armenian War underscore the severity of the associated risks, highlighting the pressing need for increased international efforts to address this issue globally. Both countries employed these devices in their … [Read more…]
In light of Vice President Vance’s recent comments regarding citizenship, I find it imperative to reflect on what true citizenship means to me—not a citizenship defined by heritage but one grounded in enduring values and principles. My lineage traces back to my great-grandfather and grandfather, both of whom were farmers in New Hampshire, embodying the very spirit that America … [Read more…]
Today’s headlines span rising regional tensions and shifting defense strategies. Israel launched strikes in Syria following deadly clashes, while Gaza continues to face high casualties and critical fuel shortages. In the US, a Senate hearing awaits Trump’s UN nominee amid past security concerns, and Fort Rucker receives a new namesake. Ukraine steps up drone attacks in Russia, … [Read more…]
Good evening. Today’s headlines span rising tensions in the Middle East, shifts in US military posture, and regional security updates. A drone was intercepted near a US base in Iraq, Israel carried out strikes in Syria amid sectarian unrest, and the Army is investigating a politically charged training video. The US and Panama kicked off joint drills near the canal, Trump … [Read more…]
The conversations in Warsaw, Berlin, and Prague have shifted. Where once European military and government officials spoke with confidence about American commitment to European security, there is now a palpable sense of uncertainty and self-reliance. The war in Ukraine has served as a stark wake-up call, revealing that European allies increasingly view themselves as the primary … [Read more…]
Donald Trump has done the unthinkable—again. I know, I know...that hardly qualifies as news anymore. The man who once bragged he could end the war in Ukraine in 24 hours without firing a shot has now greenlit a fresh shipment of Patriot missiles to the Ukrainians. That’s not a peace plan. That’s a punch in the face—delivered from 45,000 feet at Mach 4.2. So what … [Read more…]
Born August 17, 1981, in the modest outpost of Lake City, California, Clint LaVor Romesha cut his teeth on ranch chores, ice hockey, and a legacy of service. He belonged to a military bloodline: his grandfather stormed Normandy, his father slugged through Vietnam—a lineage that coursed through Romesha like wildfire. The temptations of Mormon missionary life—seminary, early … [Read more…]
Good Morning! It's Monday, July 14, 2025, and the week begins with no shortage of flashpoints. Israeli airstrikes in Gaza push the death toll past 58,000 as ceasefire talks stall. Houthi attacks have ended in tragedy at sea, while Ukraine escalates drone strikes deep inside Russia. From North Korea tightening its alliance with Moscow to India’s reported cross-border drone … [Read more…]
Muhammadu Buhari, the former Nigerian military ruler and two-term civilian president, died at the age of 82 on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in London. He’d been receiving medical care there for a lingering illness, a detail that became all too familiar during his time in office. The announcement came from both his personal press secretary and the Nigerian presidency, which confirmed … [Read more…]
The recent proposal for a "humanitarian city" in Gaza as part of a broader vision linked to Trump's Gaza Riviera plan has raised significant concerns. At its core, the initiative appears to be an attempt to address a humanitarian crisis while simultaneously maintaining a grip on geopolitical power. However, such a plan seems rooted in a mindset that is out of touch with the … [Read more…]
