![](https://archetype-air-force-times-prod.web.arc-cdn.net/resizer/v2/4EMWCOCQ3ZECLMODOGMWJ3S4XE.jpg?auth=e2b9c08860f32a8c74167716fda8e1408cfe8f98eff3a63840d6ad54630feafb&width=1200&height=753)
Latest ""
![](https://archetype-air-force-times-prod.web.arc-cdn.net/resizer/v2/4EMWCOCQ3ZECLMODOGMWJ3S4XE.jpg?auth=e2b9c08860f32a8c74167716fda8e1408cfe8f98eff3a63840d6ad54630feafb&width=1200&height=753)
![](https://archetype-air-force-times-prod.web.arc-cdn.net/resizer/v2/KKUH2R7TUNFXTOBNIHFF2S5KZM.jpg?auth=aefc0b7cb4e6ae532b4418ab0989a97592002f3275ccc9ddf6c0d7751c974efd&width=4343&height=2895)
Special ops leader issues warning over information warfare capabilities, funding
Though operational commitments keep U.S. Special Operations Command moving, progress comes down to affordability.
By Todd South
Here’s the new helmet that SOCOM operators will take into battle
The new helmet comes in a "high cut" design, allowing for different types of communications gear and a better fit.
By Todd South
A SEAL and a Marine Raider seek plea deals in Green Beret murder case
The other two defendants are awaiting a rescheduled preliminary hearing.
By Todd South
Hearing postponed for two Navy SEALs and two Marine Raiders in death of Green Beret staff sergeant
Reports indicate that defendants changed their stories multiple times when speaking to investigators.
By Todd South
American contractor and former Green Beret killed in Iraq fight had five Bronze Stars and multiple deployments
Former Green Beret Master Sgt. Richard Anthony Rodriguez earned five Bronze Stars, one with V device for combat valor, and was awarded five Army Commendation Medals, one for valor.
By Shawn Snow
Marine Raiders facing murder charges had deeper involvement in Green Beret’s death than previously reported
Four special operators face the same charges related to the death, but one of the defendants has been identified as having held the Army staff sergeant in the chokehold that killed him.
By Todd South
SOCOM snipers will ditch their bullets for this new round next year
The top Special Operations Forces snipers will replace their 7.62mm sniper rifles with a the 6.5mm Creedmoor, which doubles their hit probability at 1,000m, increases their effective range by nearly half, reduces wind drift by a third and has less recoil.
By Todd South
Marines set to replace handgun stock with Army’s newest pistol
The Marine Corps has requested money to buy 35,000 Modular Handgun Systems to replace nearly all of its M9 Beretta and 1911-variant .45 caliber pistols.
By Todd South
The ‘Rattler’: This ultra-compact rifle provides concealed carry for special ops troops
This rifle is dubbed the world's smallest, and it was developed for special operations missions.
By Todd South
Airmen train with Marines to boost skills, capability
Two special tactics officers joined MARSOC training to learn how to lead a joint force.
By Charlsy Panzino