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Egyptian AK 47: Meet The Iconic Maadi AKM!

When we think of things associated with Egypt, the country's assault rifles usually aren't one of them. But the Egyptian AK 47 has made shockwaves worldwide. The Egyptian Maadi is a unique and highly sought-after AKM variant born in the heat of...

Senior Islamic State Commander in Afghanistan Killed by the Taliban

Taliban fighters have reportedly eliminated one of the so-called Islamic State's most senior commanders in Afghanistan, according to government officials in the country. The slain commander was said to be behind the planning of numerous deadly attacks against diplomatic missions in...

Prigozhin: “Betrayed” Wagner Mercenaries in Bakhmut Lack Ammo

As the battle for Bakhmut rages between Ukraine forces, the Russian military, and the notorious Wagner PMC, tens of thousands are thought to have been killed at the time of writing. The ferocious battle over the city in Eastern Ukraine is...

War With China: Would The US Military Win in 2023?

As the last vestiges of the Cold War have fallen away and it’s become increasingly apparent that the old Russo-American rivalry is no longer the defining global conflict, experts have increasingly turned their gaze towards the world’s newest de facto superpower...

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Romania Wants M1 Abrams Tanks to Prepare For Escalation of Conflict in Ukraine

The Balkan country of Romania is said to be making plans to acquire a battalion of M1 Abrams tanks from the United States as fears grow over the ongoing escalation of the conflict in neighbouring Ukraine. In a recent interview with the...

US Claims North Korea Sold Arms to Russian Wagner Mercs  

The White House has claimed that North Korea has been selling arms to the Russian private military outfit known as the “Wagner Group”. It also stated that the influential mercenary organization rivalled the Kremlin’s Defense Ministry for power, as well as...

Ukraine Denies Involvement in Thwarted Terror Plot in Transnistria

In the Russian-backed breakaway state of Transnistria, local intelligence services claim to have intercepted an assassination plot again the Transnistrian president, Vadim Krasnoselsky, and other leading officials. The Ministry of State Security in Transnistria, still often referred to by Soviet-era KGB title by...

Czech Decoy Weapon Sales Spike as Ukraine War Drags on 

Featured image credit: Youtube.com/@AFP Inflatable weapon decoys – which include Abrams tank and HIMARS rocket launcher facsimiles – have seen a sales spike since the beginning of the Ukraine conflict, a Czech company has stated.  The decoy weapon models are made of synthetic...

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AK47 vs AR15: Which Famous Weapon is Better?

The AK47 vs AR15: The debate rages eternal between which of these two rifles is the better. It’s a debate grounded not only in the technical minutiae of two firearms but is almost an existential...

The Gun Briefcase: A Look At Crazy Real Life Examples

The gun briefcase is such a cliché at this point that it has its own TVTropes page. The idea of somebody concealing a gun inside a briefcase so that they can smuggle it into a...

10 Surprising Countries With Mandatory Military Service

Mandatory military service is a thing of the past in many countries in 2023, with fewer and fewer nations calling their 18-year-olds up to serve their country. However, it does still persist in many parts...

7 Famous US Marine Sayings You’ll Never Forget!  

If there’s one thing that we all love, it’s a badass one-liner from the lips of some tough-as-nails gunnery sergeant in some Sam Peckinpah war movie.  The problem with most badass one-liners, of course, is that...

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SOFEX 2022: Ten Epic Highlights From Drones To C130s

I'm enjoying an ice-cold beer overlooking the sunset over the Red Sea in Aqaba, Jordan. I've just rounded off the final day of SOFEX...

US: China May Still Be Considering Arming Russian Forces in Ukraine

It's been predicted that Russian stockpiles of weapons and ammunition will be at a severe risk of running out in 2023 due to immense...

Black Diamond: Liberia’s Little-Known Female Warlord

Between 1989 and 2003, the West African country of Liberia was torn apart by gruelling civil wars that featured female warlords, such as Black...

Is Syria Safe? Crucial Advice For Traveling to Syria in 2023

Once a thriving tourist hub, Syria has been plagued by a decade of war. In 2022, some adventurous travellers are visiting the country again....

Female Body Armor For Women: Know Before You Buy (Critical!)

With an increasing number of women serving as law enforcement officers and soldiers, we've seen a rise in demand for female body armor for...

Inside The Huge Kalashnikov Museum: Worth The Trip?

For fans of the AK, a bucket list destination lies on the edge of Siberia: The huge Kalashnikov Museum in Izhevsk. I've been inside,...

The Sawn Off Guide to 5 Military Shotguns From Around The World

When you’re thinking of iconic military weapons, chances are that your mind does not immediately go to ‘shotgun’. More associated with farmers and rednecks than...

Prigozhin: “Betrayed” Wagner Mercenaries in Bakhmut Lack Ammo

As the battle for Bakhmut rages between Ukraine forces, the Russian military, and the notorious Wagner PMC, tens of thousands are thought to have...

10 Surprising Countries With Mandatory Military Service

Mandatory military service is a thing of the past in many countries in 2023, with fewer and fewer nations calling their 18-year-olds up to...

Red Dot vs Reflex Sights: What’s the Difference? 

A commonly asked question when it comes to firearms is “what’s the difference between red dot vs reflex sights?”. It's a question as common...

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Story of The Rhodesian FN FAL & How To Easily Identify One

Regarding the Rhodesian Bush Wars, there are two aesthetic things associated with it: the brushstroke camo and the Rhodesian FN FAL. The FN FAL, which was short for Fabrique Nationale d’Herstal Fusil Automatique Léger, was the standard service rifle of the Rhodesian...

Uzi 9mm: World’s Most Popular SMG From Hollywood To War

From its role in infamous assassination attempts to featuring in Hollywood movies, the Uzi 9mm submachine gun is one of the most iconic guns in modern history. An Israeli-made weapon exported to over 90 countries with many different variants and knockoffs, it's...

Dragunov Sniper Rifle (SVD): Top 8 Wild Facts!

Aesthetic, simple, and deadly. The Dragunov sniper rifle is almost as iconic as its Kalashnikov brother. But what do you really know about this iconic firearm? From warfare in the Iraqi deserts to being held in the hands of Rambo on the...

The Bulgarian AK-47: The Best Kalash Outside Of Russia?

As we continue to chart the AK variants of the world, we head to the Valley of the Roses in central Bulgaria, home to the Arsenal Factory and the notorious Bulgarian AK-47. If I had to list some of my favorite countries...