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South Korea goes full steam ahead on nuclear-powered submarines

Seoul plans to launch its first boat in the mid-2030s and commission it in “the late 2030s,” the government proclaimed.
US military seeks cultural advisors in Somalia amid regional strikes

The U.S. special operations task force in Somalia is looking for contractors to advise troops on Somali politics, culture and tribal dynamics.
Not ‘just a gun’: New SOCOM rifle allows barrel swapping and cartridge changes

At SOCOM’s request, the rifle features a swappable barrel, allowing operators to change between legacy cartridges and the newer 6.5mm Creedmoor.
Game-changing new tech emerges for troops and commands | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 6.2.26

A box that makes drinkable water out of the air and hydrofoil drone tech have emerged at defense shows. Plus, an interview with a top executive at Lockheed.