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Israeli Defense Officials Consolidate Investigations into October 7 Attack Failures

Israeli Defense Officials Consolidate Investigations into October 7 Attack Failures

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir have agreed to consolidate investigations into the failures that led to the October 7 attack. The Defense Establishment Comptroller will join the investigative team as an observer, focusing on Hamas' 'Jericho Wall' document, which outlined the group's plan for a surprise invasion into Israel. The investigations will also cover the IDF Operations Directorate, the Israeli Navy, and the Air Force, including the role of Brig. Gen. Omer Tishler, who was the chief of staff of the Israel Air Force during the attack.
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Israeli Defense Leaders Agree on Unified Probe into Military Failures Amid Air Force Leadership Uncertainty

Israeli Defense Leaders Agree on Unified Probe into Military Failures Amid Air Force Leadership Uncertainty

Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir have reached a compromise to merge overlapping investigations into the Israeli military's failures during the October 7 Hamas attack. This decision follows a public dispute over the findings of a high-profile meta-investigation led by the Turgeman Committee. The agreement includes the involvement of the defense establishment comptroller as an observer in the investigation team. The probe will examine the military's intelligence and operational shortcomings, including the Air Force's response during the attack. The findings of the Turgeman Committee highlighted the Air Force's failure to defend against low-altitude threats, such as drones and motorized paragliders, which infiltrated Israeli airspace during the attack. The appointment of Brig. Gen. Omer Tischler as the next Air Force commander remains uncertain, as political figures may delay the decision.
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Mitchell Institute Calls for DoD Review to Enhance Space Superiority

Mitchell Institute Calls for DoD Review to Enhance Space Superiority

The Mitchell Institute has released a report urging the Department of Defense (DoD) to conduct an independent 'roles and missions' review across the national security enterprise to ensure the U.S. military achieves space superiority. The report, titled 'Charting a Path to Space Superiority: The Cross-Domain Imperative,' highlights the need for clarity in the roles of the U.S. Space Command and U.S. Space Force, which were established in the past six years. Jennifer Reeves, a retired Air Force colonel and senior resident fellow for space studies at the Mitchell Institute, emphasized the absence of checks and balances in these organizations. The report suggests that while other military services should operate counterspace capabilities, these must be under the command of Space Command to prevent undermining broader space operations.
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Congress Allocates Minimal Funding for Navy's F/A-XX, Prioritizes Air Force's F-47

Congress Allocates Minimal Funding for Navy's F/A-XX, Prioritizes Air Force's F-47

Congress has released a compromise version of the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, which significantly favors the Air Force's F-47 fighter program over the Navy's F/A-XX initiative. The bill allocates approximately $2.6 billion to the F-47 program, while the Navy's sixth-generation fighter project receives only $74 million. This decision reflects a strategic choice by the White House and Pentagon to focus resources on the F-47, citing industrial base limitations and presidential priorities. The F/A-XX program, intended to replace the F/A-18 Super Hornet, has faced delays and reduced funding, despite some lawmakers' efforts to advance it. The Navy's request for 2026 was significantly lower than previous years, and the program's future remains uncertain as the appropriations process continues.
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Israeli Military to Investigate Intelligence Failures in Hamas Attack

Israeli Military to Investigate Intelligence Failures in Hamas Attack

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has initiated an investigation into the Israeli military's failure to anticipate and respond effectively to Hamas' attack plan, known as Operation Jericho Wall. The investigation will be led by Gen. (res.) Roni Numa and will include a team of senior reserve officers. The focus will be on tracing the path of intelligence that was lost by military analysts, which contributed to the failure. The team is expected to rely on detailed documentation to understand the roots of the failure, although there are concerns about whether they possess the necessary professional and intellectual capabilities to fully comprehend the situation.
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Pentagon to Provide Explanations for Future JAG Firings Under New NDAA Provision

Pentagon to Provide Explanations for Future JAG Firings Under New NDAA Provision

The 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes a provision requiring the Pentagon to notify Congress and provide reasons for the removal of top Judge Advocates General (JAGs). This measure follows Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's controversial firing of the top JAGs from the Army, Navy, and Air Force earlier this year. The provision aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the dismissal of military legal advisors, addressing concerns about the potential misuse of power and the impact on military legal guidance.
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Pentagon Required to Justify Future JAG Firings Under New NDAA Provision

Pentagon Required to Justify Future JAG Firings Under New NDAA Provision

A new provision in the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) mandates that the Secretary of Defense must provide Congress with notice and justification for the removal of top Judge Advocate Generals (JAGs) from the Army, Navy, and Air Force. This legislative change follows the controversial dismissal of top JAGs by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in February 2025, which he justified by labeling them as 'roadblocks to orders given by a commander in chief.' The provision, introduced by Senator Elizabeth Warren, aims to ensure transparency and accountability in the removal process of these key legal advisors. The NDAA provision requires that the Secretary of Defense submit a notice and reason for the removal to the Senate and House Armed Services Committees within five days of the dismissal. This move is seen as a response to growing concerns within the national-security legal community about the potential disregard for military legal guidance.
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The MWCConnection 2025 All-Mountain West Teams

The MWCConnection 2025 All-Mountain West Teams

Our version of the all-MW teams.
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Analysis-Silicon Valley-backed defense firms face growing pains after hot streak

Analysis-Silicon Valley-backed defense firms face growing pains after hot streak

By David Jeans, Mike Stone and Joe Brock SIMI VALLEY, California, Dec 8 (Reuters) - U.S. defense technology companies have roughly doubled their share of Pentagon contracts over the past year, but they face growing pains as they try to evolve from hot startups into heavyweights capable of building
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Mountain West Recruiting Roundup 12-8-25. 2026 December Team Recruiting Rankings.

Mountain West Recruiting Roundup 12-8-25. 2026 December Team Recruiting Rankings.

It’s another week of the Mountain West Recruiting Roundup. We have made it through early signing day and all 12 Mountain West teams have added talent to their roster. All of their signing classes can be found here. Following Signing Day, recruiting is taking a big pause, with one lone offer since Wednesday. Now that […]
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Israeli Police Enter UNRWA Compound in Jerusalem Amid Ongoing Tensions

Israeli Police Enter UNRWA Compound in Jerusalem Amid Ongoing Tensions

Israeli police have forcibly entered the compound of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) in East Jerusalem. This action is part of a broader campaign against the agency, which has been banned from operating on Israeli territory. The UNRWA provides aid to millions of Palestinian refugees across the region. The Israeli government claims the entry was part of a 'debt-collection procedure' initiated by Jerusalem's municipal government. The UN has condemned the action, calling it a violation of the agency's privileges and immunities. This incident is the latest in a series of tensions between Israel and UNRWA, with Israel accusing the agency of being infiltrated by Hamas, a claim the UN denies.
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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Announces Imminent Second Phase of Gaza Peace Plan

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Announces Imminent Second Phase of Gaza Peace Plan

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that the second phase of the U.S.-brokered peace plan for Gaza is nearing implementation. This phase involves the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza, the disarmament of Hamas, and the establishment of a transitional authority with the support of an international security force. Despite the ongoing ceasefire, tensions remain high, with reports of casualties on both sides. The Hamas-run health ministry claims over 370 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire began, while Israel reports three soldiers killed in recent clashes. Netanyahu expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of a multinational force in disarming Hamas, emphasizing that disarmament will occur, either through negotiation or force.