One of the largest explosions in the history of the Army’s Fort Benning base was set off by Marines — fortunately, on purpose. This video shows extraordinary detail of how troops set up, use, and detonate the M-58 Mine Clearing Line Charge (MCLC or MICLIC). (If all you care about is the explosions, just fast-forward to 2:11). For a higher-tech way of accomplishing the same mission, read the story here.
Israel signs $583 million deal to sell Barak air defense to Slovakia
The agreement marks the latest air defense export by Israel to Europe, despite its ongoing war in Gaza.