Arete 6.27.25

Military / National Security

How the US Military Is Redefining Zero Trust, Darkreading
US Troops Test Overland AI’s ULTRA Vehicle in Tactical Scenarios, Fedcyber.com
Trump Taps Senior Air Force Commander for European Command, military.com
Army Officer Sentenced to 53 Years in Prison on 20 Rape, Sexual Assault Convictions, military.com
How Israel failed in Iran, Al Jazeera
The Air Force fitness test may soon include 2-mile runs twice a year, Task & Purpose
WATCH: MDA medic springs to action after own home hit by missile, Jpost.com
Trump Blasts Medvedev Over Iran Nuclear Comments, Moscow Times
Trump gets a NATO victory lap, but U.S. leadership is on shaky ground, Washington Post
Deterrence Requires Discipline, The Critic
How much have US wars in the Middle East and Afghanistan cost?, Al Jazeera
Restricted data once again leaked on War Thunder forums, UK Defense Journal
Britain to buy 12 stealth nuclear strike aircraft, UK Defense Journal
The Attack on Iran’s Nuclear Program Should Be a Warning to South Korea, The Diplomat
Intel Report on Iran Upends Victory Lap Trump Was Hoping for at NATO, NY Times
‘War Thunder’ continues to live up to its reputation for OPSEC violations, Task & Purpose
Expect NATO’s new spending pledge to be overshadowed by weakening US commitment and inaction on Ukraine, Atlantic Council
History of US-Iran relations: From the 1953 regime change to Trump strikes, Al Jazeera
Lithuania warns Europe against making ‘big mistake’ of breaking off from US defense industry, Breaking Defense
Sweden inks $900M IRIS-T air defense deal through European Sky Shield Initiative, Breaking Defense
For 250 years, it’s been ‘change or lose’ for our military. Here’s what needs changing now, Defense One
Is NATO Dead?, Foreign Policy
How Russia Might Attack, Foreign Policy
The United States Needs a Nuclear Operation Warp Speed, Foreign Policy
Railway Flashpoint: Russia–NATO War Scenario Centered on Lithuania, Pravda Report
Next-Gen Squad Weapon Clears Fume Problems to Reach Army Milestone, RCD
Army Promises To Deliver Analysis on Sweeping Changes in 10 Days, Defense NewsAttentional Fitness for the Distracted Leader War Room
How Lethal is a “Fully Armed” F-35?, Warrior Maven
Leadership at the Tip of the Spear, RCD
Russia and China Have a New Reason To Fear the B-21 Raider Bomber, RCD
When Conventional Wisdom Fails, Texan National Security Review
Between Two Fires: Kremlin’s Loss of Leverage Exposed By Israel-Iran Conflict, Moscow TimesFleet Forces Commander Caudle Nominated to be Next CNO, ACMC Chris Mahoney Tapped for Vice Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff USNI
Vice Adm. Brad Cooper Nominated to Lead U.S. Central Command, USNI
The 2025 War on the Rocks Summer Fiction Reading List, WOTR
How to Think About the Future of War, WOTR
I Fought in Ukraine and Here’s Why FPV Drones Kind of Suck, WOTR

First Responder / Homeland Security / Wildland Fire

Handcuffed woman in cruiser pulls gun, shoots at Fla. deputy’s head, Police1
Did Waco and Ruby Ridge change LEO strategy or training?, EA
Homes lost, hundreds evacuated as wildfires explode across Interior Alaska, KTOO
Sig Sauer, faced with lawsuits over P320 pistol, gets protection in N.H., Police1
Utah wildfire destroys homes, forces evacuations amid high winds, FR1
Eight Killed in Hot-Air Balloon Fire in Brazil, Associated Press
Wildfire: Government Shell Game, Counterpunch.org
Wildfires Prompt Evacuations and Threaten Structures Near Fairbanks and Healy (AK), Fire Engineering
US law enforcement reexamining Hezbollah intel, but there’s no indication of credible threats, KTVZ
Florida legislation recommends FDs limit standard firefighter shifts to 42 hours per week, FR1
Palantir – Birth of the American Police State, Lewrockwell
Massive Rockfall Kills 2 Hikers, Injures Others at Banff National Parkl, Gearjunkie
The 5 Most Effective Push-Up and Pull-Up Workouts, military.com

Mountain

French Alpinist Becomes First to Ski — And Climb — All 4,000m Peaks in the Alps, Gearjunkie
Insane Ultralight Inexpensive Down! – NatureHike Ultralight Quilt / Blan… The Outdoor Gear Review
The Ultimate Binocular Warranty Comparison: Who’s Is Best?, GearJunkie
National Geographic Photographer, Two Other Climbers Die in Peru, Gearjunkie
Looking Back at the Avalanches That Killed Dozens Across North America During Winter 2024-25, SnowBrains
The Best Fishing Reels of 2025, Tested and Reviewed, Outdoor Life
“An Eerie Sight.” Yellowstone Tourists Watched a Bison Fall Into a Hot Spring and Die., Outside
Mtn’s Ski Industry Data Launches Showing New Post Covid Trends Consolidate As Price Pressures Keep Lid On Significant Growth, Snow Industry News
17 Not So Obvious Bucket List Experiences for Skiers and Snowboarders in the U.S., SnowBrains
Awestruck Hiker Serves As Salt Lick For Mountain Goat At Olympic National Park, UN
Tireless Vedrines Skis Mont Blanc’s Four Faces in 21 Hours, Explorers Web
After Truce, Alpine-Style Climbers Return to Pakistan, Explorers Web
Reminders of the Risks We Take, The Trek
Balin Miller Solos the Slovak Direct on Denali, Gripped
Daniel Woods Drops Footage of Sosa V16, Gripped
Mary Eden Climbing 50-Metre Roof Crack, Gripped
Some Small Way, La Sportiva
Fisherman Shoots and Kills Charging Moose in Wyoming, Outdoor Life
Skiers Consider Boycotting Utah, Powder
Norrona Enters China’s Growing Outdoor Apparel Market, Snow Industry News
Two Simple but Challenging Ways to Improve Your Climbing – Alex Stige, Training Beta
Hot tubs outperform saunas in boosting blood flow and immune power, Science Daily
The Best High-Carb Drink Mixes for Endurance Athletes, Triathlete
Are Mountain E-Bikes Easy to Ride? An In-Depth Exploration of Their Usability and Accessibility, Metapress

Nutrition / Wellness

Are Weighted Vests Really Worth the Hype?, WSJ
‘Ozempic Teeth’ May Cause Tooth Decay, Other Dental Health Effects, Healthline
Are Super Gyms the Future of Health Care?, Men’s Health
People With Severe Diabetes Are Cured in Small Trial of New Drug, NY Times
Study Suggests Weight-Loss Pill is as Effective as Ozempic, NY Times
The Next Generation of Weight Loss Drugs Is Coming, NY Times
Exercise Is Great but It’s Not a Cancer Drug, Sensible Medicine
Effects of Strength and Plyometric Training on Vertical Jump, Linear Sprint, and Change-of-Direction Speed in Female Adolescent Team Sport Athletes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, Journal of Sports Science Medicine
Race Stronger, Longer: How to Build Fatigue Resistance, Training Peaks