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defence-blog.com Aug 14
Oshkosh Defense advances digital sustainment for Marine trucks: Oshkosh Defense and the Marine Corps' Marine Depot Maintenance Command manufactured an identical ...
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President Donald Trump showed a complete lack of concern for the more than 5,000 service members aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln as it continues its prolonged ... Show more
Suicide attempts, broken toilets and rationed food: crisis deepens aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
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defence-blog.com Aug 12
U.S. Marines buy combat-tested anti-drone vehicles for $19 million: The U.S. Marine Corps has signed off on ten more drone-killing dune buggies for its troops ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-marines-buy-combat-tested-anti-drone-vehicles-for-19-million/
F-35B stealth fighter jet crashes near Marine Corps base in California: The crash near San Diego's Miramar Air Base has been classified as a ‘Class A mishap’
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/f35b-fighter-jet-crash-california-miramar-air-base-marine-corps-b3025601.html
defence-blog.com Aug 04
US Marines move to arm amphibious vehicles against drones: A U.S. Marine Corps amphibious vehicle that can swim ashore from a warship still can't stop a ...
defence-blog.com/us-marines-move-to-arm-amphibious-vehicles-against-drones/
New Marine commander takes the helm in the Pacific: Lt. Gen. Glynn passed the flag to Lt. Gen. Turner, a classmate from The Basic School, on Tuesday.
defenseone.com/policy/2026/08/new-marine-commander-takes-helm-pacific/415387/
Trump says Putin freed Marine vet Robert Gilman without prisoner swap: ‘GREAT cheeseburger when he lands’
nypost.com/2026/08/11/world-news/russia-frees-ailing-us-marine-vet-robert-gilman-from-prison/
defence-blog.com Aug 07
Eaton turns heavy military trucks into hybrid: A seven-ton U.S. Marine Corps supply truck can now creep past enemy positions in near silence ...
defence-blog.com/eaton-turns-heavy-military-trucks-into-hybrid/
defence-blog.com Aug 06
U.S. Marines fire attack drones live in South Korea for first time: U.S. Marines have blown things up with attack drones in South Korea for the first time ever ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-marines-fire-attack-drones-live-in-south-korea-for-first-time/
defence-blog.com Aug 12
U.S. Army and Marines train together on a remote Pacific island: Soldiers from Echo Battery, 5th Battalion, 5th Air Defense Artillery Regiment ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-army-and-marines-train-together-on-a-remote-pacific-island/
Trump says Russia agreed to release jailed US Marine without swap: US President Donald Trump has said Russia agreed to release former US Marine Robert Gilman ...
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defence-blog.com Jul 29
U.S. Marines expand counter-drone capability with LMADIS: The 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit recently fielded the Light Marine Air-Defense Integrated System ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-marines-expand-counter-drone-capability-with-lmadis/
Last Osprey built for the US Marine Corps rolls out: Bell and Boeing have completed the MV-22 Program of Record for the United States Marine Corps ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/last-osprey-built-for-the-us-marine-corps-rolls-out/
USS Abraham Lincoln sailors tried to jump from the warship, families say. Here's why
wionews.com/world/uss-abraham-lincoln-sailors-tried-to-jump-from-the-warship-families-say-here-s-why-1786519879712
defence-blog.com Jul 29
U.S. Marine Corps receives its final MV-22B Osprey: The U.S. Marine Corps has closed the book on one of its most consequential and controversial aircraft ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-marine-corps-receives-its-final-mv-22b-osprey/
defence-blog.com Aug 05
U.S. Marine Corps evaluates family of Perennial Autonomy drones: A U.S. Marine Corps division has watched an American-made interceptor drone hunt down and ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-marine-corps-evaluates-family-of-perennial-autonomy-drones/
OpinionKorean special forces train with Royal Marines in UK first: Members of the Republic of Korea Navy's Special Warfare Group have trained in the United Kingdom for ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/korean-special-forces-train-with-royal-marines-in-uk-first/
Former British Army soldier Nirmal Purja confirmed dead in Pakistan avalanche: The former British Army and Royal Marines soldier has been confirmed as one of the ...
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Key FactsBroad Peak Avalanche Kills Ten; Purja’s Body Recovered
Aug 3, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tagesspiegel.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tagesspiegel.de
- The team of ten climbers from Nepal, Pakistan, China, the United States and Oman lost contact on Thursday, and the avalanche struck them at about 6,600 metres.
- The Alpin Club Pakistan said the ground rescue team was to take Purja’s body from about 5,700 metres to a lower camp.
- Before Purja’s body was recovered, three other bodies had been found, including those of a US woman, an Omani woman and a Nepali climber.
- The 43-year-old Purja had recently sought to become the first person to climb all 14 eight-thousanders twice without supplemental oxygen after first completing them in six months and six days in 2019.
The conditions for the rescue on the world's twelfth-highest mountain were 'very difficult'.— Naila Kiani, spokesperson for the Pakistan Alpine Club (ACP), describing the rescue conditions
FAA is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as Trump's helicopter approached
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Marine One carrying Trump had close call with plane near D.C. airport: Officials were investigating what happened after a commercial jet took off from Ronald ...
globalnews.ca/news/12010848/trump-marine-one-close-call-reagan-airport/
TWZ Aug 04
Trump Orders White House Helipad Construction Redo: Report: The helipad was initially expected to be finished by the time Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in ...
twz.com/air/trump-orders-white-house-helipad-construction-redo-report
defence-blog.com Jul 25
Bell to rewire U.S. Marine Corps’ Viper and Venom fleet: U.S. Marine Corps attack and utility helicopters are heading into a major upgrade built specifically to ...
defence-blog.com/bell-to-rewire-u-s-marine-corps-viper-and-venom-fleet/
Exclusive | Armed man at Trump National Golf Club is decorated veteran with multiple tours
nypost.com/2026/08/05/us-news/armed-man-at-trump-national-golf-club-is-decorated-marine-veteran/
defence-blog.com Jul 21
U.S. Marine Corps taps a AI-powered gun against cheap drones: A robotic gun mount built by a Texas firm just landed a spot on one of the Marine Corps' most ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-marine-corps-taps-a-ai-powered-gun-against-cheap-drones/
defence-blog.com Aug 01
U.S. Navy orders $107M in new rotor blades for Marine One: The helicopter that carries the President of the United States is getting new rotor blades, and the U ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-navy-orders-107m-in-new-rotor-blades-for-marine-one/
D-Day commando name revived as CLR becomes 48 Commando: The Commando Logistic Regiment is to be renamed 48 Commando Support Group Royal Marines ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/d-day-commando-name-revived-as-clr-becomes-48-commando/
defence-blog.com Jul 21
U.S. Marines test drove their future reconnaissance vehicle: The U.S. Marine Corps' Program Manager Light Armored Vehicles held what the service calls a Marine ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-marines-test-drove-their-future-reconnaissance-vehicle/
VIDEO: F-35 Crashes in Flames Sparking Football-Field Sized Inferno Outside San Diego
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The Aviationist Jul 30
U.S. Marine Corps Receives its Last MV-22 Osprey: The USMC received the last of its 359 MV-22B tilt-rotor aircraft, which will remain the mainstay of the Marine ...
theaviationist.com/2026/07/30/usmc-final-osprey/
Royal Navy shooters take top UK marksmanship prize with KS1: A combined Royal Marines and Royal Navy team of expert marksmen has won the UK Armed Forces' top ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/royal-navy-shooters-take-top-uk-marksmanship-prize-with-ks1/
defence-blog.com Jul 14
Australian-made ship could reshape how Marines resupply troops: An Australian-designed cargo ship just did something no purpose-built military landing vessel has ...
defence-blog.com/australian-made-ship-could-reshape-how-marines-resupply-troops/
A US Navy and Marine Corps Blue Angels jet flew at low altitude over a crowd at Pensacola Beach, Florida, sending sand and beach items flying during an airshow ... Show more
Testosterone replacement therapy option coming to U.S. troops, Pentagon announces
al.com/news/2026/07/testosterone-replacement-therapy-option-coming-to-us-troops-pentagon-announces.html
Key FactsPentagon Launches Testosterone Screening for Troops
Jul 18, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rollingstone.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rollingstone.com
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced an annual testosterone deficiency screening for military personnel over 30, with voluntary testing for younger troops.
- The initiative focuses on restoring natural hormone levels to maintain physical performance and longevity in service members.
- Currently, testosterone replacement therapy is FDA-approved only for men diagnosed with hypogonadism.
- Hegseth promotes easier access to testosterone treatments while opposing women serving in combat roles.
And to meet that commitment today, I’m authorizing a new screening program for testosterone deficiency for our service members, ensuring you have the right testosterone levels to operate at your absolute best.— Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, in a video shared on social media accompanying the HuffPost article
defence-blog.com Jul 13
U.S. Marines train on new recon boat near Taiwan: U.S. Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion spent early June learning to handle a boat the Marine Corps has ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-marines-train-on-new-recon-boat-near-taiwan/
defence-blog.com Jul 06
South Korean Marines evaluate robots in combat exercise: A South Korean Marine unit sent a robot on four legs walking point ahead of its own troops during a live ...
defence-blog.com/south-korean-marines-evaluate-robots-in-combat-exercise/
US Marine Corps deploys Iron Dome interceptors on Guam for China war drills: The US Marine Corps acquired the MRIC system, which combines an American radar and ...
jpost.com/defense-and-tech/article-901055
defence-blog.com Jul 10
U.S. Marines test-fire their new air defense system: U.S. Marines on a remote Pacific island just proved they can shoot down cruise missiles using a weapon ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-marines-test-fire-their-new-air-defense-system/
defence-blog.com Jul 10
Kongsberg secures $50M for U.S. Marine Corps’ ship-killing missile program: The U.S. Navy awarded Norwegian defense manufacturer Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace ...
defence-blog.com/kongsberg-secures-50m-for-u-s-marine-corps-ship-killing-missile-program/
Marines join Taipei defense exercise: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
taipeitimes.com/News/front/archives/2026/07/14/2003860699
Trump says he's building a White House helipad for a new, more powerful Marine One
newschannel5.com/politics/the-president/trump-says-hes-building-a-white-house-helipad-for-a-new-more-powerful-marine-one
Key FactsNew Granite Helipad Boosts Marine One Operations
Jul 8, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
- A granite helipad on the White House South Lawn is under construction and privately funded by Sikorsky Aircraft.
- The VH-92A Patriot’s downward exhaust currently damages the grass, delaying its regular Marine One service.
- Sikorsky agreed to cover the helipad cost due to the exhaust heat issue caused by their new helicopters.
- This project will allow retirement of the 45-year-old helicopters previously in use since the Vietnam War.
They’re paying the full cost.— Donald Trump said in the Oval Office that Sikorsky would pay for the helipad and that the project is privately funded.
defence-blog.com Jul 03
Thai amphibious vehicle beats global rivals for export deal: A Thai company has beaten out South Korean, Turkish, and Czech defense giants to win its first-ever ...
defence-blog.com/thai-amphibious-vehicle-beats-global-rivals-for-export-deal/
Vanity Fair Jul 11
Kate Middleton Thrills Fans With Polo Match Appearance: Princess of Wales Kate Middleton delighted spectators—and Prince William—when she appeared at the Royal ...
vanityfair.com/story/kate-middleton-prince-william-surprise-polo-match-kiss
Key FactsPrincess Catherine Conquers Britain’s Highest Peaks
Jun 29, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Catherine, Princess of Wales, completed the demanding Three Peaks Challenge in a single day to support a specialist cancer center.
- She was diagnosed in 2024, underwent chemotherapy, and has been in remission for nearly a year.
- Kate was named joint patron of the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity alongside Prince William and advocates for holistic patient care.
- After climbing 3,064 meters alone, she was warmly greeted by her family and encouraged public donations for the hospital.
"explore life beyond a diagnosis," since cancer "changes how you think and feel and profoundly affects every aspect of life," she said in a statement released by Kensington Palace.— Kate, Princess of Wales, in a statement released by Kensington Palace
Alabama native who was one of the first Black US Marines, fought at Iwo Jima, dies at 103
al.com/news/2026/07/alabama-native-who-was-one-of-the-first-black-us-marines-fought-at-iwo-jima-dies-at-103.html
Thousands flock to HMS Collingwood Open Day as Royal Navy celebrate 'successful' event
portsmouth.co.uk/news/defence/royal-navy-hms-collingwood-open-day-success-8780398
Six F-35Bs Delivered To Marines So Far Without New Radars: Lockheed Martin has delivered six F-35Bs to the U.S. Marine Corps without radars due to ongoing delays ...
aviationweek.com/defense/budget-policy-operations/six-f-35bs-delivered-marines-so-far-without-new-radars
'Excited' Royal Marines Band Service musicians brave scorching weather in run-up to 'prestigious' performance
portsmouth.co.uk/news/defence/royal-marines-musicians-hot-weather-beating-retreat-8787784
LARRY KUDLOW: It’s time for the Marines to take Kharg Island: It would completely cripple what’s left of Iran’s already decimated economy
foxbusiness.com/politics/larry-kudlow-its-time-marines-take-kharg-island
As the nation turns 250, PBS News looked at some notable — but lesser-known — people and moments in American military history ... Show more
mb.com.ph Jul 02
Ombudsman: 8 ex-Marines’ accounts on alleged money deliveries to Romualdez, Zaldy Co ‘consistent, categorical’
mb.com.ph/2026/07/02/ombudsman-8-ex-marines-accounts-on-alleged-money-deliveries-to-romualdez-zaldy-co-consistent-categorical
The Band of the Royal Marines and The King's Body Guard for Scotland, Royal Company of Archers arrive at St Giles Cathedral this morning ahead of Order ... Show more
FBI warrant details alleged racial hate-crime attacks at Oceanside Pier involving ‘skinheads,’ Marines
sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/07/03/fbi-warrant-details-alleged-racial-hate-crime-attacks-at-oceanside-pier-involving-skinheads-marines/
defence-blog.com Jun 21
U.S. Marines launch spy drone from warship deep in the South China Sea: A surveillance drone that needs no runway, no catapult, and no dedicated launch ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-marines-launch-spy-drone-from-warship-deep-in-the-south-china-sea/
San Diego-based Marine dies after being lost at sea as new details emerge: A US marine based in San Diego died during a training operation off the Southern ...
nypost.com/2026/07/01/us-news/san-diego-based-marine-dies-after-being-lost-at-sea-as-new-details-emerge/
Military searching for US Marine who went missing during California training exercise
wpde.com/news/nation-world/military-navy-searching-for-us-marine-who-went-missing-during-southern-california-san-diego-training-exercise-uss-anchorage-amphibious-ship-search-and-recovery
The Aviationist Jun 14
UK Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker in the English Channel: A joint operation by the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Royal Air Force, and the National Crime Agency ...
theaviationist.com/2026/06/14/uk-seizes-russian-shadow-fleet-tanker/
defence-blog.com Jun 27
U.S. Marine Corps buys robot vehicles to hunt drones: The U.S. Marine Corps Systems Command in Quantico, Virginia awarded Seattle-based Overland AI a $20 million ...
defence-blog.com/u-s-marine-corps-buys-robot-vehicles-to-hunt-drones/
defence-blog.com Jun 27
AM General’s CEO fights to save an $8.6B JLTV A2 contract: The CEO of AM General stepped into a rapidly widening political fight on June 26 ...
defence-blog.com/am-generals-ceo-fights-to-save-an-8-6b-jltv-a2-contract/
Trump presents the Medal of Honor to 3 veterans for heroism in Vietnam, Afghanistan
abcnews.com/US/wireStory/trump-presents-medal-honor-3-veterans-heroism-vietnam-134016300
Hegseth tells UK to 'step up' on defence after Trump criticises Iran war response
inews.co.uk/news/politics/uk-politics-live-latest-updates-21-4477116
Key FactsRussian Tankers Divert After UK Seizes Shadow Fleet Ship
Jun 14, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: inews.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: inews.co.uk
- Six Russian-flagged vessels on the sanctions list abruptly changed direction following the UK’s seizure of the tanker Smyrtos in the English Channel.
- The six-hour operation involved Royal Marine commandos and National Crime Agency officers boarding the Smyrtos, which held oil valued at £45 million.
- The mission aimed to disrupt Russia’s oil revenue stream, estimated at £654 billion since the invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
- Shadow fleet tankers use opaque ownership and flags of convenience, raising concerns about maritime safety and environmental hazards in the busy Channel waters.
This successful operation delivers yet another blow to Russia and reminds those fuelling Putin’s war in Ukraine that we will not let them hide.— Sir Keir Starmer, leader of the UK Labour Party, said this after Britain's operation against the shadow fleet in UK waters.
Russian warship fires shots at British yacht in English Channel – 2 days after Royal Marines storm shadow fleet tanker
thesun.co.uk/news/39433622/russian-warship-fires-shots-yacht-english-channel/
Key FactsChannel Incident Highlights Russia-UK Maritime Tensions
Jun 16, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
- A Russian frigate fired warning shots near a UK-registered yacht about 20 nautical miles south of the Isle of Wight without causing harm.
- The Royal Navy regularly monitors Russian vessels in the Channel, and a patrol boat checked the yacht crew's safety following the shots.
- On Sunday, British forces seized the Russian tanker Smyrtos carrying 98,000 tonnes of oil, part of Russia’s covert fleet breaching sanctions.
- Ajay Pant, Smyrtos’s captain, was charged with sanction violations and remanded in custody pending a Crown Court hearing in July 2026.
The money generated from that shadow fleet is being used to fund Russia's war in Ukraine.— Varun Chuni, prosecuting counsel for the Crown Prosecution Service, explaining in court that the proceeds from the Russian shadow fleet are used to fund Russia's war in Ukraine.
defence-blog.com Jun 13
US Marines’ most powerful helicopter gets a $525M upgrade program: The U.S. Marine Corps operates the most powerful helicopter in the American military inventory ...
defence-blog.com/us-marines-most-powerful-helicopter-gets-a-525m-upgrade-program/
Russia's shadow fleet is reacting to the seizure by British forces directed by Keir Starmer this morning. AIS data shows multiple sanctioned tankers ... Show more
US Marine Corps retires its last Harrier jump jets: The United States Marine Corps has retired the AV-8B Harrier II, bringing to a close more than four decades ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/us-marine-corps-retires-its-last-harrier-jump-jets/
3 Commando Brigade renamed the UK Commando Force: 3 Commando Brigade is to be officially known as the UK Commando Force, the King has announced ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/3-commando-brigade-renamed-the-uk-commando-force/
US military to build war-ready stockpile in Australia, documents show: The first land stockpile in the Asia-Pacific is expected to open this year in the ...
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A Marine Corps veteran fought off a group of teens who tried to carjack him at gunpoint in broad daylight in Maryland.
NBI identifies 6 more ‘ex-Marines’ bribed to testify – Matibag: NBI DIRECTOR MELVIN MATIBAG / JUNE 5, 2026
National Bureau of Investigation Director Atty ...
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The Aviationist Jun 03
End of an Era: U.S. Marine Corps Celebrates AV-8B Harrier II Sundown: The U.S. Marine Corps honored the legacy of the AV-8B Harrier II and the Marines who served ...
theaviationist.com/2026/06/03/end-of-an-era-usmc-av-8b-harrier-ii-sundown/
defence-blog.com Jun 09
Smart Shooter wins $5.8M U.S. Marines AI rifle scope deal: The U.S. Marine Corps has placed a follow-on order for Israeli-made AI-powered rifle scopes that allow ...
defence-blog.com/smart-shooter-wins-5-8m-u-s-marines-ai-rifle-scope-deal/
defence-blog.com Jun 07
Italy buys surplus U.S. Marine amphibious vehicles for $30.6M: The United States government has approved the sale of seven surplus Marine Corps amphibious ...
defence-blog.com/italy-buys-surplus-u-s-marine-amphibious-vehicles-for-30-6m/
TWZ Jun 04
Anti-Drone 5.56mm Rifle Rounds That Break Into Multiple Projectiles Sought By Marines
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