What to Look for in a Plate Carrier Cummerbund
The cummerbund is one of the most functional and most overlooked components of a plate carrier system. While most attent...
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Trump Declares Naval Blockade of Strait of Hormuz After Ceasefire Collapse
President Donald Trump on Sunday said the U.S. would block vessels traveling to and from Iranian ports from transiting t...
U.K. Tracks Russian Submarines in Month-Long Covert Operation
The U.K. said it tracked three Russian submarines during a covert, month-long military operation aimed at monitoring pot...
Choosing Rifle Protection for Field Use
When lives are on the line, rifle protection is not an area where compromise is acceptable. High-velocity rifle rounds a...
Trump Announces Two-Week Ceasefire with Iran Hours Before 8pm Deadline
The United States and Iran agreed to a two‑week ceasefire, President Donald Trump announced Tuesday night, after more th...
Guide to Tactical Body Armor Components
Tactical body armor is built around one core principle: layered protection matched to the threat. Soft armor handles low...
Israeli Strikes Knock Out Iran’s Two Largest Petrochemical Complexes
Israel launched airstrikes on Iran’s largest petrochemical complex on Monday, targeting facilities in the southern city ...
F-15E Weapons Officer Rescued Deep Inside Iran After 24-Hour Manhunt
U.S. special operations forces rescued an F-15E Strike Eagle crew member deep inside Iran in a high-risk mission that in...
U.S. Airstrikes Sever Iran’s Tallest Bridge Using 2,000-Pound JDAMs
A major bridge near Tehran was struck Thursday hours after President Donald Trump threatened to bomb the country “back t...
Ballistic Plate Basics for Beginners
Understanding ballistic plates is essential for anyone seeking effective personal protection. These plates are the backb...
Japan Intercepts China’s Newest Anti-Submarine Aircraft Over East China Sea For First Time
Japan’s Self-Defense Forces intercepted China’s newest anti-submarine warfare aircraft for the first time as it flew nea...
Modern Body Armor Trends & Innovations
Modern body armor has entered a new era defined by lighter materials, smarter designs, and adaptive technology. From gra...