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The U.S.-Israeli war with Iran has put the Gulf states in an impossible position. The American forces they host have become the main reason their hotels and energy infrastructure are under Iranian attack. Although Iranian military assets are badly degraded, Tehran retains the capacity to strike the Gulf, and its grip on the Strait of Hormuz is undiminished. U.S. President Donald Trump is as likely to take any deal he can call a victory as he is to escalate; either way, the Gulf states lose. Gulf leaders must stop waiting for Washington to deliver an outcome that serves them and…

The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) has begun preparations for future flight operations aboard the ex-Italian aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi. In a now-deleted video posted on the official account of TNI AL’s 100th Squadron, it is revealed that the service has created a simulation facility for future flight operations training. The squadron, which specializes in anti-submarine warfare operations and is equipped with AS565 Panther helicopters, described the facility as part of preparations for helicopters operating to/from “KRI Gajah Mada” — the rumoured name for Garibaldi once it enters the Indonesian fleet. To note, Gajah Mada was a 14th-century military leader and…

The TWZ Newsletter Weekly insights and analysis on the latest developments in military technology, strategy, and foreign policy. Here’s TWZ’s weekly carrier tracker monitoring America’s flattop fleet, including deployed Carrier Strike Groups (CSG) and Amphibious Ready Groups (ARG), using publicly available open-source information. Check out last week’s map here. The Ford is finally home. The supercarrier, with nearly 4,500 Sailors aboard, pulled into Naval Station Norfolk on Saturday, greeted by hundreds of families and friends after completing a grueling 326-day combat deployment. The well-deserved homecoming capped the longest deployment in more than five decades, which was extended multiple times to…

Training in martial arts can be one of the most addictive hobbies you take up in the course of your life because there is always something to learn and it’s a great way to channel your energy. But usually, when you start training, your love for martial arts spills out of the gym and into your everyday life. Here are five ways you know you’re obsessed with martial arts. #1 You Think Only About Training Whether you’re at work, at school, or at home, the only thing that occupies your mind is training. You find yourself daydreaming about rolling around…

Nate Diaz has a message for those who want him to retire after his TKO loss to Mike Perry at MVP MMA 1. Earlier tonight on his MMA return, Diaz got dismantled by BKFC’s King of Violence, Mike Perry. The two-round slugfest turned into a bloodbath for Diaz as his scar tissue split open, leaving cuts across his face and above his eyes. By the end of Round 2, after being dropped by “Platinum,” Diaz was completely covered in blood, and his corner called for the stoppage after assessing the situation. Check out the post below: After the violent beatdown,…

Update: This story has been updated with final results. This weekend, DreamHack Atlanta is back for 2026 and if the name didn’t tip you off already, it is indeed taking place in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.A. Notable players participating include Falcons|Xiaohai, FLY|Punk, TM|Arslan Ash, GEN|Mulgold, Falcons|Atif, CR|Shuto, AG|Kilzyou, Scarz|Kincho, AK, SR|NuckleDu, Varrel|Tokido, VP|Mangja, S8UL|Tetsu, TM|Hafiz Tanveer, FAV|Ryukichi, ONIC|Booce Lee, NIP|Meo-IL, Saishunkan|Kobayan, 8BD|Vxbao, THY|Chikurin, Z10|Qudans, ONIC|NYChrisG, Saishunkan|Nemo, GL|Keisuke, VIT|JeonDDing, WBG|Poongko, Falcons|Farzeen, MRG|Yuto, Heretics|Lexx, Saishunkan|Cosa, T1|ZJZ, Falcons|Kindevu, RRQ|JDCR, Vicious|Qasim Meer,…

Here are some of the federal government’s top recent personnel changes, brought to you by our partners at Leadership Connect: Melissa A. Holyoak has a new position as U.S. Attorney (Incoming) at Utah District, United States Department of Justice [DOJ]Presidential Appointment with Senate Confirmation (PAS)Recently: Interim U.S. Attorney at Utah District, United States Department of Justice (2025 – 2026) BGen Tamara L. Campbell, USMC has a new position as Deputy Portfolio Acquisition Executive at Portfolio Acquisition Executive Marine Corps [PAE-MC], Under Secretary of the Navy, United States Department of the Navy [DON] Recently: Commander at U.S. Marine Corps Systems Command, United States Marine Corps (2024 – 2026) Clifton…

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Heavyweight newcomer Gable Steveson officially has his Octagon debut booked.After months of anticipation, the Olympic gold medalist and two-time NCAA Division I Heavyweight champion is set to face Elisha Ellison at UFC 329 this summer (Sat., July 11, 2026) inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.And yes — oddsmakers already expect complete destruction.Steveson opened as a massive -2000 betting favorite.Steveson (3-0) enters the UFC carrying enormous hype after steamrolling through his first three professional MMA appearances. He knocked out Braden Peterson in less than two minutes (watch highlights) in his MMA debut before scoring a 24-second…

By Alex Raufoglu May 17, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has allowed a controversial waiver on sanctions targeting Russian seaborne oil to expire, reimposing restrictions that had temporarily enabled countries such as India to continue purchasing Russian crude despite Western efforts to curb Moscow’s wartime revenues. The move, which took effect on May 16 after the Treasury Department declined to renew General License 134B, highlights the increasingly difficult balance Washington faces between tightening pressure on the Kremlin and preventing further disruption to global energy markets already rattled by the Iran conflict and instability around the Strait of Hormuz. The…

May 17, 2026 This week’s product, the Kontron Cobalt S1901 embedded mission computer, supports two high-performance GPU or accelerator cards – enabling NVIDIA and Intel processing combinations for high-performance artificial intelligence and autonomous systems. Defense applications for the COBALT S191 include autonomous vehicle control, multi-sensor situational awareness, advanced sensor processing, and C5ISR. COM Express Pedigree The device is built on ruggedized versions of COM Express modules attached to a carrier and a customizable connector front panel. However, the S1919 expansion on the capabilities of the COBALT 901 by offering: Support for Type 7 COM Express modules Two MXM sites…