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The TWZ Newsletter Weekly insights and analysis on the latest developments in military technology, strategy, and foreign policy. The U.S. carried out new attacks on Iranian targets today, striking several empty oil tankers trying to break the blockade, according to a post on X by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). This latest incident comes as the UAE says it was attacked again by Iran today and hours after the U.S. and Iran exchanged blows in and around the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. forces “disabled M/T Sea Star III and M/T Sevda, May 8, prior to both vessels entering an Iranian port on…

Safariland a brand of The Safariland Group, a leading global provider of safety products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets and one of Cadre Holdings, Inc.’s (NYSE: CDRE) (“Cadre”) key brands, is excited to announce the launch of the Incog XS, marking the next chapter in the Safariland and Haley Strategic Partners collaboration and an advancement in a shared vision of performance-driven concealment. As the next evolution of the Incog X platform, the new streamlined, minimalist configuration is designed for those who prioritize versatility for every day carry. “Our continued partnership with Haley Strategic Partners reflects…

Dispatches Jan 29, 2026 What the Indo-Pacific thinks of the new US National Defense Strategy By Atlantic Council experts Our Indo-Pacific experts share how US allies and partners in the region are reacting to the United States’ latest National Defense Strategy, which calls for them to take on a more active role in their own security.

You wouldn’t expect a former Welterweight to have a difficult cut to 185 pounds, but it’s no secret “Borz” looked a bit shaky at the scale on Friday. There’s also a bit of controversy about his weigh-in itself, as there’s speculation that Chimaev didn’t actually make weight, as the commission was quick to grant him the 185-pound weight. Chimaev has put on a lot of weight since his days at Welterweight, likely in anticipation of a 205-pound or Heavyweight move.Chimaev hasn’t looked that rough on weigh-in day since he missed weight in his scrapped bout versus Nate Diaz.Ahead of the…

Global Times By Xinhua Published: May 08, 2026 11:56 AM The combination of the Tianzhou-10 cargo craft and a Long March-7 carrier rocket was vertically transferred to the launch site on Friday, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). The cargo spacecraft will be launched at a proper time in the near future, the CMSA said. Currently, the facilities and equipment at the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in the southern island province of Hainan are in good condition, and comprehensive functionality checks and joint tests are scheduled to proceed as planned ahead of the launch, the CMSA added. The…

Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland believes there’s a line that even he won’t cross, and Josh Hokit successfully crossed it. Sean Strickland and UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev were the stars of UFC 328 fight week after trading barbs for months. The two UFC 328 headliners were at the center of one of the wildest press conferences in Mixed Martial Arts history, with dozens of law enforcement officers on hand to keep Chimaev and Strickland separated. Friday’s ceremonial weigh-in faceoff was more of the same between Chimaev and Strickland, as the two sides threw verbal jabs at each other…

The Postal Service is floating the possibility of Congress stepping in to provide more financial assistance to keep the largely self-funded agency from running out of cash early next year. Postmaster General David Steiner said USPS hasn’t officially pitched the idea to Congress, but it’s an option lawmakers should consider to get the agency on firmer financial footing. Steiner said USPS will spend the next month refining its wish-list of legislative proposals before sharing it with Congress. Steiner told members of the House Oversight Committee in March that USPS will run out of cash in early 2027, as long as…

The successes of Ukrainian suicide unmanned surface vessels (USVs) against the Russian fleet in the Black Sea, where they damaged or destroyed a dozen of Moscow’s ships, is increasing the interest in such systems. On Day 1 of the Istanbul exhibition Aselsan unveiled its new KUSV, for kamikaze USV, the Tufan click on image to enlarge The unveiling ceremony saw the appearance of three naval unmanned systems, two belonging to the Kilic family of UUVs, presented alongside the Tufan, showing how much the leading Turkish defence electronic company is getting involved in the unmanned naval field. click on image to…

Offensive cyber operations may be used against groups deemed threats to U.S. interests, the Trump administration says in its new counterterrorism strategy.Counter-terror activities against state actors “include offensive cyber operations against those planning to kill Americans or who support those plotting to do so,” says the strategy, which was released on Wednesday.Groups who present threats include narcoterrorists and transnational gangs, Islamic terrorist groups, and “violent left-wing extremists, including anarchists and anti-fascists,” the document says.Diplomatic, financial, cyber, and covert actions may be used to deter or otherwise hinder state actors from helping foreign terrorist organizations, the strategy says. Cyber operations would continue against…