The US Navy Faces a Major Challenge in Sustaining Combat Operations off the Coast of Iran  - I have posted three of my recent podcasts at the end of this article, but if you only have time to watch one ignore me and focus on the fourth…

 Why Golden Dome for America: The Case the Administration Should Make  - One year after announcing Golden Dome for America, the administration still hasn't made the case for homeland missile defense, even though the arguments are strong.

 Chinese Spy Craft

+2 from  hudson.org

 Swiss delegation initiates dialogue with Russia with cowbell ringing  - A Swiss delegation travels to Moscow with cowbells, demonstrating for dialogue with Russia—and is received by the new Swiss ambassador to Moscow, Jürg Burri—a good sign.

+1 from  sonar21

 Did Iran Drop a Dirty Bomb on US Forces?

+1 from  hudson.org

 Navy crew helped rescue F-16 pilot after ejection over California  - A U.S. Navy search-and-rescue team known as the “Dust Devils” played a pivotal part in the rescue of an Air Force pilot who safely ejected from an F-16.

+5 from  militarytimes

 The US Army wants 11 business jets for ISR missions  - The service is looking at buying up to 11 custom Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft for its High Accuracy Detection and Exploitation System program.

+7 from  militarytimes

 Russia to showcase new MLRS at Saudi weapons show, seeking local ties  - The decision to premiere the system in Riyadh underscores Rosoboronexport’s continued interest in Middle Eastern markets.

+2 from  defensenews

 Iran puts ‘fingers on trigger’ as US armada arrives in Middle East  - Iranian officials asserted that the nation's armed forces stand ready “to immediately and powerfully” counter any aggression by U.S. forces.

+1 from  militarytimes

 ORNL and Kyoto Fusioneering partner to build critical fusion infrastructure  - ORNL is partnering with Kyoto Fusioneering on a new public-private partnership that leverages each institution’s expertise in fusion technology to develop world-leading fusion test facilities and technology and accelerate the deployment of commercial fusion power.

 ‘Madness’: Italy’s Crosetto slams British secrecy on GCAP fighter jet  - “It’s a huge favor to the Russians and the Chinese,” the defense minister told Defense News.

+2 from  defensenews

 Air Force ‘battle lab’ to focus on protecting bases from small drones  - The 319th Reconnaissance Wing at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota, will spearhead efforts to counter small-drone threats at U.S. bases.

+7 from  defensenews

 Eyes on the Prize: CCG Patrols Prioritize Scarborough in 2025  - China Coast Guard patrols are evolving.

+2 from  csis.org