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US Navy Needs More Ships It Can Arm With Missiles: Congress - Business Insider https://lnkd.in/ebfwcGPh My take: The Navy can start by equipping ALL Independence class Littoral Combat Ships with Naval Strike Missile (NSM) AND move out on equipping the Freedom class with them as well or at least with Harpoon for the Freedom class, if NSM is not feasible due to availability or other reasons.

The news of the success of Spanish companies in the Defense sector is increasing.It shows that we have everything to be a world leader in the sector and in all its air, naval, weapons, land vehicle modalities...

Modern warfare is rapidly changing before our eyes with Ukraine, Houthi’s and Hamas employing new weapons, tactics, techniques and procedures. Admiral Stavridis addresses some of the major changes that are impacting naval warfare and how future naval leaders need to prepare for these changes.

Operation Prosperity Guardian - Wikipedia https://lnkd.in/exRSYZ2y Operation Prosperity Guardian is a United States-led military operation by a multinational coalition formed in December 2023 to respond to Houthi-led attacks on shipping in the Red Sea. Following the breakout of the ongoing Israel–Hamas war in October 2023, the Houthi movement in Yemen blockaded Israel. Following the breakout of the ongoing Israel–Hamas war in October 2023, the Houthi movement in Yemen blockaded Israel in the Red Sea and launched a series of attacks against commercial vessels heading or related to Israel.[7][8] On 18 December 2023, U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced the formation of an international maritime security force aimed at ending the blockade[9] and countering threats by Houthi forces against international maritime commerce in the region.[10] The coalition currently has more than 20 members, of which ten are anonymously involved.[11][12] Egypt and Saudi Arabia, both economically reliant on unhindered commercial shipping in the area, are absent from the listed participants.[13] France, Italy and Spain have also declined to participate.[14] The chairman of the Suez Canal Authority, Usama Rabia, claimed that "navigation traffic in the Suez Canal was not affected by what is happening in the Red Sea".[15] Nevertheless, on 10 January, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) adopted a resolution demanding a cessation of Houthi attacks on merchant vessels. https://lnkd.in/eHG-e-mV #CombatCamera #OperationProsperityGuardian #fightlikehell #WikiPedia

Observing China’s blockade of Taiwan during Exercise Joint Sword 2024B brought me back to my time as an officer cadet at Malaysia’s Royal Military College, where one of the core tactics we trained in counter-insurgency was to cordon and isolate the objective before launching an attack. The logic was clear: cut off the target from support, contain its ability to respond, and only then, strike decisively. This tactic resonates not just in military operations but also in today’s strategic landscape—whether it’s managing geopolitical challenges or safeguarding business interests. The importance of preparation, isolation, and timing in neutralizing threats is as relevant now as it was then. As we navigate complex and dynamic environments—be it in national security, physical security, cybersecurity, or corporate strategy—understanding how to contain and mitigate risks before they become critical is key to success. These lessons remind us that in any high-stakes arena, preparation and decisive action will always be the difference between winning and losing. #Leadership #Strategy #Geopolitics #AsiaPacific #Security #Resilience #Preparedness

The Nigerian Navy is taking action to secure our seas! In a bid to combat oil theft and maritime crimes, 10 elite warships, 2 helicopters, and naval special forces have been deployed for Exercise Sea Guard 2024. According to Rear Adm. Saheed Akinwande, the operation is a joint effort by the Central and Eastern Naval Commands to deny criminals the freedom to operate and secure our maritime environment for national prosperity. From September 26 to 28, the exercise will assess the operational readiness of our forces, focusing on anti-piracy, anti-crude oil theft, emergency drills, and fleet maneuvers within Nigeria’s territorial waters. With the vast potential of our maritime resources and the Blue Economy initiative, securing our waters is crucial for economic growth and stability. The Nigerian Navy is committed to eliminating all forms of threats in our maritime space. Together, let’s support our Navy in safeguarding our nation’s prosperity! #NigerianNavy #MaritimeSecurity #SeaGuard2024 #EconomicProsperity

15 January 2024 update: US Naval Forces, Central Command, has advised that the security situation in the area between 16N and 12N remains unstable. It is currently not possible to foresee how the security situation develops, but the present security conditions may prevail for still some time. Coalition forces and BIMCO continue to recommend shipping companies to consider avoiding shipping operations in the area and reposition to north of 18N or east of 46E. #BIMCO #RedSea #maritimesecurity #maritimesafety #globaltrade #shippingindustry

Naval Special Warfare Command - Navy SEAL & SWCC Teams Naval Special Warfare Center repost 2014; There are Two Types of Pain in this World: The Temporary Pain of Discipline, or the Permanent Pain of Regret

15 January 2024 update: US Naval Forces, Central Command, has advised that the security situation in the area between 16N and 12N remains unstable. It is currently not possible to foresee how the security situation develops, but the present security conditions may prevail for still some time. Coalition forces and BIMCO continue to recommend shipping companies to consider avoiding shipping operations in the area and reposition to north of 18N or east of 46E. - Sign up now for BIMCO newsletters and receive updates and event notifications directly to your inbox https://lnkd.in/eVD9bh45 #BIMCO #RedSea #maritimesecurity #maritimesafety #globaltrade #shippingindustry