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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The fog of war usually refers to maddening confusion about what is happening on the battlefield.But right now we have the fog of peace talks: Are they real, are they going anywhere, and which side is telling the truth?It’s clear that President Trump, insisting he can end the war with Iran whenever he wants, is looking for an exit ramp to declare victory and get out.WINNING THE BATTLES, LOSING THE WAR? AMERICA MUST DEFINE THE ENDGAME IN IRANIt’s just as clear that the theocratic dictatorship–at least the leaders who survived the attacks…

Seventeen elite sniper teams put their skills to the test this month in the U.S. Army Special Operations Command International Sniper Competition at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.The competition, which ran from March 15-19, is an international event designed to test combat readiness among elite, specialized snipers from across the joint…

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While Donald Trump touts a “present” he received from Iran, Iran has said it attacked a United States aircraft carrier. After vowing to attack the USS Abraham Lincoln, footage has surfaced allegedly showing Iran following through on the threat. Hegseth Warns “Most Intense Day” Of Operation Epic Fury Imminent Footage…

Defense Department civilian employee satisfaction and engagement scores declined markedly in 2025, according to an independent survey released last week by the nonpartisan Partnership for Public Service.The Partnership’s Public Service Viewpoint Survey — conducted after the Office of Personnel Management canceled the statutorily required Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey, or FEVS…

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Almost exactly two years since the release of the original State and Union-branded version, KA-BAR is bringing the F01 into its main production lineup. The F01CV alters the design in key ways to make an affordable, hard-working EDC. We were first introduced to the F01 design, the first all-new folder…

When speaking about the Strait of Hormuz and its closure to United States and Israeli vessels, U.S. President Donald Trump claimed Iran gave him a “present.” “They’re going to make a deal. They did something [Monday] that was amazing, actually. They gave us a present,” Trump said. Trump said he…

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In today’s article, author Jeremy Tremp introduces us to the new Echelon 4.0FC pistol. The Springfield Armory Echelon 4.0FC is a 9mm pistol that combines a full-length grip with a compact slide assembly. This offers shooters a full capacity 9mm pistol in a compact package. The pistol was provided to…

A study released on Dec. 8 by the Crime Prevention Research Center reports that close to half of all U.S. citizens live in the 29 states that now recognize constitutional carry. Louisiana was the last to join the growing group that allows permit-free carry. It shouldn’t come as a surprise…

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama — Soldiers from across the U.S. Army showcased drone warfare skills and ideas in the service’s first annual Best Drone Warfighter Competition held here this week.The competition, launched on Tuesday, is an Army event sponsored by the Army Aviation Association of America. It drew over 800 attendees and…

A Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned small business, Wraith Metalworks was founded in 2020 first as a self-made think tank for tackling suppressor-related innovation. In early 2025, after years of multi-faceted problem solving, they entered full-scale R&D. By August of 2025, Wraith suppressors placed 1st, 2nd, and 5th at TBAC Suppressor Summit in…

Editor’s Note: This article is not medical advice. It is presented here as a starting point for a conversation about medical needs in a natural or man-made disaster. You should consult your doctor or another trusted medical professional about your needs for survival medications. Hopefully, this article can help as…

United States ruler Donald Trump has raised the global tariff rate to 15%, up from 10%, just one day after the Supreme Court struck down most of his other instituted tariffs. But Trump said he’d find a way to get around the ruling. The U.S. government would find ways to…