A two-week ceasefire in the Iran War entered its sixth day Monday as President Donald Trump moved to impose a U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after weekend peace talks in Islamabad failed to produce an agreement. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said the blockade would take effect at 10 AM Eastern Time, covering the entirety of Iran’s coastline including ports and oil terminals. The order applies to vessels of all nations entering or departing Iranian ports, regardless of their origin. China on Monday morning called for unobstructed navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, with Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun saying it was in the “common interest of the international community” to keep the waterway secure and open. Iran’s Speaker of Parliament Mohammad Ghalibaf mocked the blockade threat on Sunday, suggesting it would backfire on American consumers. “Enjoy the current pump figures,” he wrote on X. “With the so-called ‘blockade,’ soon you’ll be nostalgic for $4–$5 gas.” A spokesman for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters said Monday that Iran would implement a permanent system to control the Strait of Hormuz even after the war ends, and that vessels affiliated with Iran’s enemies would continue to be barred from crossing…
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Michigan (April 13, 2026) – Colt Electro Optics LLC(“Colt Optics”) hereby announces the release its first products, the VMR series riflescopes. Colt Optics was founded in Michigan in 2024 by a group of optics industry veterans and the Colt CZ Group in order to design and build professional grade products.…
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) suspended his campaign for California governor on Sunday after sexual assault and misconduct allegations triggered a rapid political collapse that has upended the race to lead the nation’s most populous state. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox Swalwell announced the move in…
USMC Awards Gentex Contract for Integrated Helmet Systems The Department of War made the following announcement on Friday, 10 April, 2026 at COB; Gentex Corp., Simpson, Pennsylvania, is awarded a $128,484,849 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for the Integrated Helmet Systems. This contract provides for the procurement of Integrated Helmet Systems with…
Hungarian voters on Sunday ousted Prime Minister Viktor Orban after 16 years in power, delivering a sharp defeat to one of Europe’s most prominent right-populist leaders and paving the way towards smoother relations between Budapest and the European Union. Peter Magyar, a former Orban ally who campaigned against corruption and…
Injuries in the lower back and limbs “are attributed primarily to running and foot marching long distances with heavy loads”according to an article by U.S. Medicine. At Blue Force Gear (“BFG”), we understand that every gram – yes, every single gram – counts. That’s why we developed our patented Helium…
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U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground’s Yuma Test Center (YTC) demonstrated the most cutting-edge developments of the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC) for an entire week in March. More than 300 participants from the United States and 11 different partner nations attended the event, necessitating a…
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MoreANDERSONVILLE, TN – April 10, 2026 – IWI US, a leader in innovative firearms manufacturing, is proud to announce the official launch of the ARAD 5. Born from a direct request by Israel’s Tier 1 military and law enforcement teams, the ARAD 5 delivers unwavering reliability in extreme environments. Having already seen…
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Scotland played a pivotal role as a training ground for some of the most Elite Allied forces, including the U.S. Army Rangers, the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), and the Jedburgh teams. The rugged landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, combined with the expertise of the Special Operations Executive (SOE) &…
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Fort Belvoir, Va – The United States Army is currently executing the most significant overhaul of its acquisition enterprise in decades, designed specifically to increase modernization, reduce bureaucracy, and get critical warfighting capabilities into the hands of America’s Soldiers as fast as possible. This new powerhouse organization marks a fundamental shift…
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Luminae Shooters Belt Designed with a rigid Carbon insert, the Shooters Belt offers 2″ of height which accommodates two rows of MOLLE compatible slots. It includes a rigid Velcro inner trouser belt and Austrialpin Cobra Buckle. Key Features: Lightweight, extremely rigid construction 2″ width for perfect MOLLE compatibility No pouch…
Here at SOFREP we get a good amount of gear for testing and review. By and large, most is pretty good. If gear is well-made, built to serve a purpose, and functional, someone is going to use and enjoy it, and I often pass along good gear to people who…
Ferro Concepts – TRAK Bag The TRAK (Tactical Rope Access Kit) Bag is a streamlined, purpose-built solution for lightweight rope operations, personal escape, and hasty rescues. Optimized for high mobility where weight and bulk must be minimized, it provides a compact platform for maintaining rope and essential hardware in a…
As the two-week ceasefire in the Iran War entered its third day Friday, it remained unclear whether the Iranian delegation would head to Islamabad for scheduled talks with the United States. The uncertainty comes after Israel launched its largest bombing campaign yet against Lebanon. The 10-point plan to end the…
In a brief statement Thursday, Melania Trump denied ever having a relationship with Jeffrey Epstein or Ghislaine Maxwell, using her rare public statement to reject what she called “false smears” and fabricated images circulating online. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox Speaking briefly at the White…
H&K Launches VP9CC New for 2026 is the VP9CC, a no-compromise, fully-featured micro-compact from our factory in Oberndorf, Germany. Every VP9CC comes standard with six interchangeable backstraps for a truly custom fit. Optics equipped models feature a mounted Vortex Defender CCW-Vortex’s newest, top-of-the-line, micro-sized closed-emitter pistol optic. Optics ready models…
