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Hey folks! I was traveling this week to give an invited talk at Western Michigan University, so I don’t have a blog post ready for you. That’ll also probably be the case for next week (where I will be at the annual meeting of the Society for Military History), though at least there I will have an abstract to let you see. Now I am always reticent to post up the text of talks that are intended to be delivered live, because the genres are different, they rely on different kinds of delivery and they often aren’t footnoted and such…

In this episode of the Urban Warfare Project Podcast, John Spencer is joined by Dr. Anthony Tingle, an independent researcher who has made nine trips to Ukraine since the start of the war, most recently returning from Kherson and Mykolaiv. Drawing on firsthand observations from numerous urban battles, including Sumy and Kherson, the conversation explores how urban warfare is being reshaped by the persistent presence of drones, especially the widespread use of Shahed one-way attack systems. Tingle describes a battlespace where drone attacks are so frequent they have become part of daily life, and where layered, improvised air defenses, from…

Annulus blends handcrafted visuals, immersive world building, and tactical gameplay.The game offers stunning visuals, unique heroes, immersive world, and dynamic medieval combat with rich atmosphere and sound, and more. NirvanaGame has announced to launch their new dark fantasy tactical RPG, Annulus, on Android, iOS, and PC in April 8, 2026. The game was first available in early access on Android in select countries of North America, and is now open for global pre-registration ahead of the global release. Get ready to build and command your own mercenary regiment in turn-based battles So, Annulus is a new RPG that blends hand-crafted visual identity…

The TWZ Newsletter Weekly insights and analysis on the latest developments in military technology, strategy, and foreign policy. Footage has emerged that purportedly shows a Saab 340 airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft operating over Ukraine. If legitimate, this would be the first time that the radar plane has been seen in Ukrainian service, as far as we know, and would mark an important new capability for Ukraine, and one that we have discussed in depth in the past. Russians are posting footage they claim shows likely a Swedish Saab 340 AEW&C long-range radar and control aircraft flying over…

News story British Army begins retiring iconic Land Rover fleet after 70 years of service. From: Ministry of Defence and Luke Pollard MP Published 20 March 2026 British soldiers will use a new fleet of thousands of modern vehicles, following the start of the retirement of the iconic Land Rover fleet. The retirement, which begins today, marks the end of an era for the vehicle that has been a cornerstone of military operations for more than 70 years. As the Army looks to the future, plans are now underway to identify the next generation of light mobility vehicles, with…

The 2nd Space Launch Squadron (2nd SLS), at Vandenberg Space Force Base, has been awarded the 2025 General Atomics U.S. Space Force Unit of the Year Award.The trophy was presented to the squadron at the Air & Space Forces Association’s (AFA) Warfare Symposium on Feb. 24, 2026, in recognition of the squadron’s exceptional contributions to the U.S. Space Force mission and embodiment of its core values.The award, which highlights tactical-level units commanded by board-selected Majors and Lieutenant Colonels, celebrates the 2nd SLS’s record-breaking year of assured access to space. The squadron successes this year included supporting critical launch missions from…

Former UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones remains focused on a potential comeback despite losing out on a fight at the White House. Jon Jones and UFC CEO Dana White remain at odds after the UFC heavyweight champion publicly called for his release from the promotion after missing out on the upcoming White House card. Jones, who retired last summer following long negotiations to fight Tom Aspinall, reversed his retirement after U.S. President Donald Trump and White announced the UFC’s White House event. After calling for his release earlier this month, it’s uncertain if Jones will get his wish, as is…

Legendary martial artist, actor, and pop-culture figure Chuck Norris has died at the age of 86, The news follows a sudden medical emergency that occurred earlier this week in Hawaii, and has led to a flood of tributes as his family, fans, and peers pay tribute to both the man, and his unforgettable contributions to cinema and martial arts history. Born Carlos Ray Norris on March 10, 1940 in Ryan, OK, Norris grew up far from the Hollywood spotlight. His early life was rooted in modest beginnings, and it was only after enlisting in the United States Air Force that his path…

European External Action Service (EEAS) 19.03.2026 Brussels EEAS Press Team Check against delivery! We have a long agenda today, of course, very important topics like energy and single market, but from my competencies, it is, of course, what is happening in Middle East and Ukraine. So first on Middle East, the Iran’s attacks on Qatar energy infrastructure create further chaos, and it is clear that we need an exit from this war, not escalation. And that is why I have been also doing the diplomatic outreach to Iran to find different solutions. To be very clear, I talked to the…

March 20, 2026 – Hanwha Aerospace hosted an IISS Strategic Roundtable at its Seoul headquarters, welcoming a senior delegation from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) led by Director-General and Chief Executive Dr Bastian Giegerich. The visit marks the first time the IISS leadership has visited Hanwha headquarters since the establishment of the IISS Korea Chair in Advanced Technologies, National Security and Defence last year. Jae-il Son, Hanwha Aerospace President & CEO, hosted the roundtable with senior leaders from Hanwha Systems and Hanwha Ocean. Director-General and Chief Executive Dr Bastian Giegerich led the IISS delegation, joined by Senior Advisor…