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Navy Funding Drone that Can Fly for 10 Days Straight

Christopher Plain·May 25, 2022

The United States Navy is investing in a record-breaking drone that can stay aloft without refueling for up to ten days. Most U.S. military branches use the MQ-9 Reaper drone for long-duration reconnaissance missions since it can stay on target...

Know No Mercy: The Russian Cops Who Tried To Storm Kyiv By Themselves

Tim McMillan·May 20, 2022

In an exclusive feature, this is the insane and previously untold story of a group of Russian cops who tried to storm the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv by themselves.

Retired Russian Colonel Gives Rare Brutally Honest Assessment of Ukraine War

Tim McMillan·May 17, 2022

In moment rarely seen on Russian TV, retired Russian Colonel, Mikhail Khodaryonok, offered a brutally honest assessment of Russia's current situation since launching the invasion of Ukraine.

Kremlin-Backed Fighters Left Abandoned, Then Detained By Russian Border Guards

Tim McMillan·May 16, 2022

Separatist fighters from the so-called Luhansk People’s Republic (LNR) were apparently abandoned by commanders and then detained by Russian border guards as the Kremlin-backed troops attempted to escape the rapid advance of Ukrainian forces in northeastern Ukraine. Based on videos...

As House Panel Prepares to Examine Unidentified Aerial Phenomena, New Questions Emerge

Here’s what we know about next week's Congressional hearings on UFOs, and the DOD's ongoing investigations into the phenomenon.

Micah Hanks·May 12, 2022

The Debrief reached out to the DOD to learn the latest about its UAP investigative group, the AOIMSG, and its coordination with Congress on the U.S. government's ongoing UAP investigations.

Abysmal Morale and Poor Leadership Continue To Torment Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Tim McMillan·May 11, 2022

On Monday, a senior official from the U.S. Defense Department said Russia’s military continues to struggle with low morale, and Russian officers are now refusing to obey orders. In a background briefing at the Pentagon, the senior official said anecdotal...

$40 Billion Military Aid Bill for Ukraine Passes the House, as DOD Urges Support

Micah Hanks·May 11, 2022

The Ukraine bill, which adds $7 billion to the initial request for aid from President Biden, saw urging from DOD officials earlier this week.

Researchers at Stanford University have found that one of the causes for zoom fatigue is staring at oneself all day.

Have Zoom Fatigue? It’s Because You’re Staring at Yourself

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·May 9, 2022

Researchers at Stanford University have found that one of the causes for zoom fatigue is staring at oneself all day.

US Navy Shows Off Newest Laser Weapon

Christopher Plain·May 6, 2022

The US Navy Office of Naval Research has successfully tested an all-new, fully electric laser weapon system. Designed to fry aerial threats like drones and missiles, the new weapon system is entirely electric, so it doesn’t require chemicals. weaponized LASER...

Russian Soldiers Get In a Shootout With Each Other

Tim McMillan·April 30, 2022

On Friday, the Chief Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine (GUR) reported that Russian troops from the far east republic of Buryatia, and fighters of the Chechen Republic, got into a large shootout with each other while participating in...

Watch Iron Beam Drone Killing Laser in Action

Video From Latest Test Shows System is Finally Ready for Deployment

Christopher Plain·April 25, 2022

A video tweeted out by the Israeli prime minister shows their Iron Beam laser system blasting an unpiloted drone from the sky.

Are Directed Energy Weapons Behind Havana Syndrome?

Christopher Plain·April 21, 2022

Since U.S. personnel working in Cuba began to experience health issues, officials have tried to identify what is causing “Havana Syndrome.”

The Battle For Donbas Has Begun. Here’s What To Expect

Tim McMillan·April 19, 2022

Late Monday evening, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Russia had launched its long-anticipated offensive along Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region. “It can now be stated that Russian troops have begun the battle for Donbas, for which they have been preparing for...

New Images and Details From the Sinking of Russia’s Flagship Moskva

Tim McMillan·April 18, 2022

Late afternoon, Thursday, April 14, the Russian Ministry of Defense acknowledged the sinking of the Project 1164 Atlant class guided-missile cruiser, the Moskva (Russian for Moscow). One of Russia’s most notable military vessels and the flagship of the Russian Black Sea Fleet,...

Sex, Lies, and UFOs: Pentagon’s Head of Counterintelligence and Security Ousted

Tim McMillan·April 14, 2022

As the Pentagon’s Director for Defense Intelligence and a senior executive in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security OUSD(I&S), Garry Reid was in charge of all counterintelligence, security, and law enforcement operations within the...

Air Force Finally Building THOR’s Hammer

Christopher Plain·April 14, 2022

The United States Air Force is building a working prototype of its anti-drone weapon system known as THOR's hammer.

Russia Issued a New Policy on Mass Burials Just Before Invading Ukraine

Tim McMillan·April 6, 2022

The Russian Federation put in effect a new national policy on mass burials during military conflicts a mere three weeks before launching its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Titled: “Urgent Burial of Corpses in Wartime and Peacetime,” the policy details the...

Day 40: Latest Update on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Tim McMillan·April 4, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of neighboring Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since Russia first supported an invasion of the eastern Donbas region and...

Israeli Laser Wall Operational by Years End

Christopher Plain·March 30, 2022

Israel has reaffirmed their plans to build a “laser wall” defense system, including initial deployment by the end of 2022.

UPDATE: The Russian Invasion of Ukraine- Day 30

Tim McMillan·March 25, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of neighboring Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since Russia first supported an invasion of the eastern Donbas region and...

Meet Ghost Bat: Boeing’s AI-Controlled Combat Drone

Christopher Plain·March 25, 2022

Boeing and the RAAF have officially announced the naming of their latest AI-controlled air combat drone, the MQ-28A Ghost Bat.

UPDATE: The Russian Invasion of Ukraine- Day 29

Tim McMillan·March 24, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of neighboring Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since Russia first supported an invasion of the eastern Donbas region and...

Does Russia Still Have a Path to Victory in Ukraine?

Tim McMillan·March 22, 2022

All indications point to Ukrainian forces having defeated Russia’s initial military campaign by week four of its invasion. Moscow’s initial strategic plans centered on using light infantry and mechanized troops to seize major Ukrainian cities, including the capital of Kyiv,...

Deputy Commander of the Russian National Guard Ousted

Tim McMillan·March 18, 2022

As Moscow continues to face fierce resistance in the third week of its invasion of Ukraine, Russia has reportedly fired, maybe retired, or possibly arrested one of its top Generals. According to multiple Russia-state media outlets, on March 17, General...

Sermon of The Long Knives – An Analysis of Putin’s Latest War Cry

Tim McMillan·March 18, 2022

On March 16, Russian President Vladimir Putin gave a fiery speech to Russian cabinet members, offering a strong message that the war in Ukraine was part of an existential fight against the Western world. Speaking publicly for the first time...

“Overcrowded With The Dead”: Latest On Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine- Day 20

Tim McMillan·March 15, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of neighboring Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since Russia first supported an invasion of the eastern Donbas region and...

Help Me China! Help! – Latest on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Tim McMillan·March 14, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of neighboring Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since Russia first supported an invasion of the eastern Donbas region and...

Opinion: UFOs are a National Security Concern; the USAF Needs to Come Clean

Matthew Ford·March 14, 2022

Retired USAF officers have reported UAP in close proximity to military sites for decades. It is time for congress to demand answers.

Russian Command Losses Are Staggering: THE LATEST ON THE INVASION OF UKRAINE

Tim McMillan·March 11, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of neighboring Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since Russia first supported an invasion of the eastern Donbas region and...

War Crimes and Threats of Chemical Weapons: The Latest on the Invasion of Ukraine

Tim McMillan·March 10, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of neighboring Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since Russia first supported an invasion of the eastern Donbas region and...

A new AI program uses machine learning to decrypt intelligence documents in foreign languages

Machine Learning is Helping to Crack the Code of Intelligence Documents

Kenna Hughes-Castleberry·March 10, 2022

A new AI program uses machine learning to decrypt intelligence documents in a variety of different foreign languages.

A War Putin “Cannot Lose”: Latest on the Invasion of Ukraine

Tim McMillan·March 9, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of its southwestern neighbor Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since 2014 when Russia first supported an invasion...

Nearing Total War: The Latest on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Tim McMillan·March 7, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of its southwestern neighbor Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since 2014 when Russia first supported an invasion...

“The Worst is Yet To Come” – The Latest on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Tim McMillan·March 4, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of its southwestern neighbor Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since 2014 when Russia first supported an invasion...

March 3: The Latest on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Tim McMillan·March 3, 2022

The latest on Russia's Invasion of Ukraine includes the current military situation, recent reports of casualties, and what could happen next.

March 2: Latest Update on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Tim McMillan·March 2, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale military invasion of its southwestern neighbor Ukraine. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since 2014 when Russia first supported an invasion...

Latest Update on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Tim McMillan·February 28, 2022

On Thursday, February 24, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of its southwestern neighbor Ukraine in the early morning hours. The action marked a significant escalation between the countries, which have been in a state of conflict since 2014 when Russia...

The Battle For Kyiv: Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Day 2

Tim McMillan·February 25, 2022

Intense fighting continues to rage along large portions of Ukraine following the first twenty-four hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the start of a “special military operation” against Russia’s eastern neighbor. Russia’s attack on Ukraine began in the early...

Russia Launches Military Invasion of Ukraine

Tim McMillan·February 24, 2022

In the early morning hours, Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky made an impassioned televised plea to the citizens of Russia to stop their leadership from invading his country. “The Ukraine on your news and Ukraine in real life are two completely...

Nominee for DOD Inspector General Pledges “Comprehensive Assessment” of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena if Confirmed

Micah Hanks·February 16, 2022

The Biden Administration's nominee to serve as watchdog for the DoD admitted UAP was "not an issue with which I am currently familiar,” but that he is "willing to look into that and take any action that’s appropriate.”

Why is the Air Force AWOL on the UAP Issue?

Christopher Mellon·February 3, 2022

The U.S. Air Force and its component organizations have detected and tracked thousands of UAP from 2004 to 2021... but you wouldn't know that from their official statements on the subject.

ANALYSIS: Were Sweden’s “Mystery Drones” Russian PSYOPS?

Tim McMillan·January 24, 2022

Authorities in Sweden have said that swarms of mystery drones repeatedly violated restricted airspace over several sensitive areas and government facilities for nearly a week. The incidents began on January 13, when an unidentified drone was spotted flying near Kiruna airport...

How NATO is Preparing for War in Outer Space

Christopher Plain·January 20, 2022

The North Atlantic Treaties Organization (NATO) has issued a formal policy statement, which says that any attack on a member’s assets in space will be considered an attack on the entire alliance. This policy comes mere weeks after Russia put...

Air Force Designing Robotic Fleet to Service Satellites

Christopher Plain·January 19, 2022

Leading a consortium of researchers selected by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and the Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR), a team from Carnegie-Mellon University (CMU) is laying the foundation for a fleet of AI-controlled robotic craft designed...

Authorities Confirm Sightings of Mysterious Drones Over Swedish Nuclear Facilities

Tim McMillan·January 17, 2022

Authorities in Sweden have confirmed a rash of mysterious drone sightings that occurred over several nuclear facilities late last week.

The U.S. Military Is a Bad Boy When It Comes To Climate Change

Kenna Castleberry·December 28, 2021

Studies have shown that if the U.S. military was its own country, it would be the top global emitter of greenhouse gasses.

United States Navy Testing Cutting Edge Saildrone

Christopher Plain·December 17, 2021

The United States Navy is currently conducting live field tests of a new sail-powered autonomous drone known simply as Saildrone. Equipped with an on-board solar array to power its electronics, this unique, wind-powered vehicle made by a company with the...