US Navy’s submarine fleet is too small. Here’s how selling some may help.
On the surface, it might not make sense to give three to Australia, but there’s a logic to the deal
By Megan Eckstein
 May 9, 05:45 AM
 
This is the first story of a two-part series on how the U.S. submarine force is participating in the trilateral AUKUS alliance. Click here to read the second story.

ABOARD THE SUBMARINE DELAWARE OFF FLORIDA’S COAST — The attack submarine Delaware silently pulled away from the pier at Port Everglades, past the pleasure craft and the cargo ships, and then sank beneath the waves.


The U.S. Navy’s Virginia-class submarine was showing off for VIPs on board, performing “angles and dangles” — diving sharply and listening for anything not safely stowed to go tumbling — piping simulated targets into its combat system, and taking simulated torpedo shots at the imaginary surface ships.

Though the April 4 demonstration is a far cry from the complex training Delaware’s crew will conduct later this year ahead of the boat’s deployment to U.S. European Command’s theater, leaders said any at-sea opportunity benefits the crew.

But the need for at-sea time butts up against a problematic reality for the Navy: It has 49 attack submarines, despite a formal requirement for 66.

https://www.defensenews.com/naval/2024/05/09/us-navys-submarine-fleet-is-too-small-heres-how-selling-some-may-help/

Drones could guide every bit of an Army division’s firepower, 101st CO says
From mortars to missiles, the airborne unit is rethinking the use of uncrewed systems in the kill chain.
SAM SKOVE | MAY 9, 2024 03:38 PM ET
ARMY DRONES
   
U.S. Army units could someday align every level of their indirect weapons—from mortars to missiles—with some form of unmanned aerial system, or UAS, the 101st Airborne Division commander said.

“You could see those small UAS tied to the employment of mortars, and you could see those medium UASs tied to artillery, and those larger UAS could be tied to air-launch effects and other higher-order precision munitions,” Maj. Gen. Brett Sylvia said at a media roundtable Thursday.

The 101st is experimenting with different forms of tech as part of Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George’s “transforming-in-contact” initiative, which seeks to rapidly evaluate new technology by fielding it directly to select units.

As part of the tests, the 101st’s second brigade has been designated as the Army’s first Mobile Brigade Combat Team, Sylvia said. The brigade now uses a variety of new technologies, including using the Army’s Android-based ATAK mission planning software at multiple echelons of command. One “landing spot” for testing new technologies is the brigade’s new Multi-Functional Reconnaissance Company, Sylvia said.

https://www.defenseone.com/technology/2024/05/drones-could-guide-every-bit-army-divisions-firepower-101st-co-says/396452/?oref=d1-homepage-top-story

Hamas invaded Israel and did horrific things because they thought LIEden would pressure Israel into weak reaction.

Hamas doubled down by fighting because they thought LIEden would pressure Israel into stopping short of bring decisive.

Now Hamas has gone all-in, thinking LIEden has crippled Israel.

Hamas was right about LIEden; Hamas has been wrong about Israel, and will learn the hard way how crip[pled Israel is.

* Some Israeli soldiers may die as a result of LIEden's move, as LIEden and his minions intended.

* Some civilians prevented by Hamas from evacuating will die, as LIEden and his minions intended and for which LIEden and his minions will condemn Israel.

* Many Hamas fighters, including many leaders, probably, will die, something LIEden and his minions did not forsee.

US to Fly Upgraded B-52J Bomber Variant to 2060
$48.6 billion overhaul aims to keep the B-52J operational until around 2060
OLAWALE ABAIRE, WARRIOR CONTRIBUTORMAY 9, 2024
By Olawale Abaire, Warrior Contributor

The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress, an US strategic bomber, is a marvel of the aviation technology. This long-range, subsonic, jet-powered aircraft, constructed by Boeing, has been a stalwart of the United States Air Force (USAF) since the mid-20th century.

The aircraft proudly displays a formidable payload capability, carrying up to 70,000 pounds (32,000 kg) of armament. It also exhibits an impressive combat radius, with a typical range of about 8,800 miles (14,200 km), all without the necessity for mid-air refueling. This combination of payload and range underscores its strategic importance in modern warfare scenarios.

Over the years, the B-52’s role within the U.S. military has evolved. Initially designed for Cold War-era deterrence missions carrying nuclear weapons, the B-52 Stratofortress took over from the Convair B-36 Peacemaker. Despite the advent of more advanced strategic bombers, the B-52’s superior performance at high subsonic speeds and its relatively low operating costs have ensured its continued service.

https://warriormaven.com/air/us-to-fly-upgraded-b-52j-bomber-variant-to-2060

HALLELUJAH! Republican lawmakers finally wake up to the massive Muslim takeover in the UK, noting that America is not far behind
MAY 10, 2024 BY BARENAKEDISLAM
Republican lawmakers have warned of a “massive Muslim takeover” in the U.K. government, while claiming that it could also happen in the U.S., despite Muslims making up a small percentage of the population in both countries.
Logan’s Warning Representative Lauren Boebert, a Colorado Republican, posted a clip posted on X, formerly Twitter, of Representative Chip Roy, a Texas Republican, giving a speech on the House floor, voicing fears of Muslims gaining a dominant foothold in the U.K. government.

Muslims comprise 6.5% of UK population and just 1.5% of US population…but NEVER FORGET:
Egypt was a Christian country;
Syria was a Christian country;
Lebanon was a Christian country;
Turkey was a Christian country; 
Before Islam took them over by force.

https://barenakedislam.com/2024/05/10/hallelujah-republican-lawmakers-finally-wake-up-to-the-massive-muslim-takeover-in-the-uk-noting-that-america-is-not-far-behind/