U.S. military forces continued to hammer Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in #Syria yesterday and today, U.S. Central Command officials reported. This includes at least 2 targeted air strikes in Syria designed to degrade ISIL capabilities to wage war. Separately, officials added, U.S. military forces working in coordination with Iraqi ground forces conducted […]
Why Does Military Equipment Cost So Much?
It is a running joke that the military will spend $2,500 for a $2 nut and bolt. In truth, they don’t spend quite that much, but they do spend much more than $2. It may seem outrageous for the government to spend that much on a piece of equipment, but there’s much more to it […]
Russia adding 40 new nuclear intercontinential ballistic missiles in response to US/NATO military threat in Europe
President Vladimir Putin gave a speech at the opening ceremony of the ARMY-2015 International Military-Technical Forum. There he announced that Russia has developed and deployed an addition 40 nuclear weapons to its nuclear arsenal. President of Russia Vladimir Putin: Ladies and gentlemen, I am pleased to welcome you at the opening of the ARMY-2015 International Military-Technical Forum. It is taking place at a new park that […]
Putin confirms buildup of Russian military forces in that country to include deployment of additional radar stations for its air defenses
On April 17, 2015 President Putin commended the Russian defense industry’s performance in 2014 and the first quarter of 2015, and noted that new weapons and equipment are being delivered to the Armed Forces in a steady and regular fashion. Thus confirming reports of a military buildup of forces inside Russia. Putin visited the NDCC before holding a meeting of the Military-Industrial Commission. President of Russia Vladimir Putin: Good afternoon, officers. Colleagues, […]
Syrian military confirms it downed an ISIS drone near Aleppo
The Syrian army shot down an ISIS spy drone in the Northern province of Aleppo today. The terrorists’ spy drone was downed, while spying on the Syrian army troops redeployment in the village of Sifat in Northeastern Aleppo. Enemy drone flights over Syria have increased in recent months. Mostly by the United States which has repeatedly […]
US military lead coalition conducts multiple airstrikes against ISIL in Iraq and Syria over the weekend
From a Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve News Release SOUTHWEST ASIA, Jan. 4, 2015 – U.S. and partner-nation fighter and bomber aircraft conducted six airstrikes against Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant terrorists in Syria yesterday, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported. Separately, U.S. and partner-nation fighter aircraft conducted […]
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