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Photo / Image: Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington conduct a search-and-rescue exercise in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations on October 17, 2026. The George Washington is supporting maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (photo credit Navy)
Executive Summary
This weekly briefing summarizes the most significant events affecting special operations forces, irregular warfare, intelligence, and national security during the past week. Fighting between the Houthis and Yemen government forces, DoD establishes new Special Tactics squadron, a new agency is formed by DoD for covert operations abroad, Saudi Arabia continues to deal with Houthi missiles and drones, and the U.S. complicates Ukrainian efforts to fight Russian aggression.
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Key Developments
- Lt. Gen. William Tangney (SF) passed away last week
- Article about 10th SFG(A) in the 1970s
- JSOU article on SOF and Nigeria conflict
- SOF’s role in conflict remains important, but drones influence their application
- SecDef Hegseth diminishes role of NATO allies in Afghanistan
- El Salvador sends SOF to Haiti for rescue attempt
- UN to vote on Western Sahara referendum
- Video – The Hidden History of Fort Devens
SOF News
Lt. Gen. William Tangney – RIP. A Special Forces officer who served at many levels of command in special operations, Lt. Gen. Tangney, passed away last week. He had a storied career, serving in Vietnam with the 5th Special Forces Group and MACV-SOG. He later commanded the 10th Special Forces Group – deploying elements of the group into Turkey during Desert Storm conducting a CSAR mission and later the entire group into Turkey and Northern Iraq for Operation Provide Comfort. He also served as the commander of Special Operations Command Central (SOCCENT) and the U.S. Army Special Operations Command (USASOC). Towards the end of his career he was the Deputy Commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command.
https://specialforcestaps.com/f/ltgr-william-p-%E2%80%9Cbill%E2%80%9D-tangney
10th SFG(A) in the 1970s. The 70s were lean years for Special Forces. Following the departure from Vietnam, the Army downsized Special Forces from seven groups to three groups. One of the surviving groups was the 10th Special Forces Group. LTC Zachary Griffiths writes on how the 10th Special Forces Group transformed through the lean 1970s in “Backpack Nukes and Building Battalions”, Special Warfare Journal, October 1, 2026.
U.S. SOF Gets New Mask and Googles. Avon Protection has received a contract to provide U.S. special operations forces with a new face and breathing protection system. The MITR half-mask and goggle system will protect wearers from dangerous chemicals and toxin substances in the atmosphere. The goggles and half-mask can be worn linked together or separated. Some MITR systems have already been delivered to selected SOF units. “US Special Operations adopts new half-mask and goggles”, by Zita Ballinger Fletcher, Military Times, October 16, 2026.
SOF and the Jihadist Campaign in Nigeria. This article explores how a conflict rooted in local resource disputes in central Nigeria has excalated into a coordinated campaign of territorial conquest linked to several jihadist movements. The author provides seven footprint-light, cost-conscious recommendations for special operations planners within an actionable framework to disrupt extremist recruitment pipelines. “Nigeria’s Hidden War: The Jihadist Campaign Behind the ‘Farmer-Herder’ Label”, Grace Isaiah Galumje, Joint Special Operaitions University (JSOU), October 21, 2026.
5th SFAB – Last Remaining SFAB. Over the last year the Army has been shutting down some of its specialized units that train and advise foreign militaries around the world. The active Army had six Security Force Assistance Brigades (SFABs) and the National Guard had the 54th SFAB. The last SFAB that remains is the 5th SFAB based at Joint Base -Lewis-McChord in Washington. The unit is providing support in the Pacific Command area of operations. “Why the Army only has one Security Force Assistance Brigade left”, by Patty Nieberg, Task @ Purpose, October 20, 2026.
Maura Burns Joins SOAA. Former CIA Chief Operating Officer Maura Burns has joined the Special Operations Association of America (SOAA) Board of Advisors. In this article she shares her insights of key lessons from her decades long career at the Central Intelligence Agency. “From CIA to SOAA, Maura Burns Brings Her National Security Experience”, SOAA, October 22, 2026.
DoD Directs Establishment of New ST Squadron. A Department of Defense directive is establishing a new Special Tactics Squadron in Florida.“Secretary of War Pete Hegseth Directs Establishment of New Air National Guard Special Tactics Squadron in Florida”, Department of Defense, October 21, 2026. See also an article by Greg Hadley on this topic in Air and Space Forces Magazine, October 21, 2026.
Exercise Adamant Serpent 26. American and Scandinavian commandos are training in Scandinavia in an exercise during October. This is the fifth iteration of the exercise to take place since 2021. The overall goal of the exercise is to reinforce the ability of NATO special operations units to rapidly deploy and operate as a unified, multinational force in arctic and subarctic environments. “Vikings against Russians: Scandinavian and American Commandos train to fight in the High North”, SANDBOXX News, October 14, 2026.
SF Logisticians Power SF Operations. The logisticians of the 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) are required to understand the complexities of non-standard logistics require to sustain special operations in austere environments. The large forward operating bases (FOBs) and predictable supply chains of the past twenty years present during GWOT are no longer a sustainable logistics model. Supporting small forward-deployed SOF elements during large scale operations require decentralized, agile sustainment nodes that can establish, supply and displace before enemy reconnaissance can deem them a viable target. “Powering the Fight: Army Special Forces logisticians validate support capabilities”, U.S. Army, October 20, 2026.
CAPOC Soldiers Earn Jungle Tab. U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers assigned to the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne) completed the Jungle Operations Training Course – Panama in August. “USACAPOC(A) Soldiers earn Jungle Tabs in Panama, build Army Reserve capability”, U.S. Army, October 20, 2026.
AF Suspends Rappelling Events after TACP Airman’s Death. The 6th Combat Training Squadron, which trains TACP airmen, has paused all rappel and ropes training and demonstrations after the death of a TACP instructor during a demonstration at a college football game. Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson, a 15-year Air Force veteran and instructor, fell during the University of Texas – navy game on October 17. “Air Force suspends rappelling events for special ops training unit after fatal fall”, Task @ Purpose, October 23, 2026.
1st SFG(A) GTMS. The 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) conducted its annual Group Training Management Seminar (GTMS) at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington on October 5-8. Topics receiving special focus included how to use training to prepare SOF for large scale combat operations (LSCO) and the integration of Civil Affairs and PSYOP into training events. “1st SFG(A) Leaders Share Lessons Learned to Inform Future Operations”, DVIDS, October 7, 2026.
International SOF
Tanzania Marine Special Forces. U.S. Marine Raiders, Marine Forces Special Operations Command conducted training with a unit of the Tanzania People’s Defence Force (TPDF) 93rd Special Forces Battalion during a Joint Combined Exchange Training (JCET) event in September 2026. The multi-week JCET paired scenario-based exercises with hands-on instruction across multiple disciplines. (DVIDS, October 22, 2026)
LRDG to Today’s SAS. The missions of the Long Range Desert Group (LRDG) of the World War II era are very similar to those of the Special Air Service (SAS) of today. The LRDG, a unit dedicated to long-range desert operations in North Africa, is the unit that helped shape the formation of the SAS. Once the SAS was established, the LRDG would support the early SAS by providing transport and expertise in crossing desert regions. “From the LRDG to today’s SAS: How much has really changed in special operations warfare?”, Forces News, October 23, 2026.
SOF History
On October 29, 1963, Captain James “Nick” Rowe was captured by the Viet Cong. He was a Special Forces officer and one of only 34 American prisoners of war to escape captivity during the Vietnam War. He would later help establish the Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) program taught to high-risk military personnel. In 1989, Rowe was killed by a unit of the New People’s Army in the Philippines while serving in the U.S. Embassy in Manila. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_N._Rowe
On October 29, 1963, Captain Humbert R. Versace was captured by the Viet Cong. He was held as a prisoner of war until September 26, 1965, in the Republic of Vietnam – the day of his death while in captivity – executed by the Viet Cong. He was serving as an Intelligence Advisor while assigned to the Military Assistance Advisory Group. In 2002 he was awarded the Medal of Honor by President George W. Bush for his actions during captivity. https://www.thenmusa.org/biographies/humbert-r-versace/
On October 31, 2020, U.S. Navy SEALs (DEVGRU) parachuted from 352nd SOW aircraft into Northern Nigeria to rescue an American held hostage by armed gunmen. Philip Walton, age 27, was a Christian missionary who worked in Niger. No military personnel were injured during the operation. Several of the hostage takers were killed.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2020_Nigeria_hostage_rescue
National Security and Commentary
TSO – a New DoD Agency. The creation of the Technology Support Office (TSO) is, according to Politico, may have been established to ramp up a range of aggressive covert activities abroad. The TSO is staffed with engineers, special operators, and intelligence officers. “The Pentagon is quietly building an elite new tech sabotage agency”, Politico, October 22, 2026.
Critical Minerals. The Department of Defense is now the largest shareholder in America’s only integrated rare earth producer. The largest shareholder of MP Materials is the U.S. Department of Defense. This guarantees a price, a decade of supply, and finances a new factory. It serves as an example of how strategic capitalism can work towards national security. “Washington Buys the Mine: Critical Minerals and the New Capitalism”, Hegemon, October 20, 2026.
SECDEF Diminishes Role of Allies in Afghanistan. In an appearance with ROTC cadets at the University of Tennessee on Saturday, October 17, 2026, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth minimized the role that NATO and partner nations played during the 20 year long conflict. He asserted that very few of the nations deployed to Afghanistan engaged in actual combat. His comments provoked sharp rebukes from allied nations and U.S. veterans. Some of the notable contributions by partner nation countries can be measured in the combat losses. Almost 32% of the ISAF fatalities were non-U.S.; the UK, Canada, France, Germany, and Spain leading the tally in deaths. Some smaller countries, like Denmark, did some heavy fighting; they committed their Jaeger Corps and Frogmand Corps early on in Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). Danish forces in Afghanistan suffered 43 fatalities, which is the highest per capita death rate among coalition members. The USA suffered 2,461 deaths at a rate of 7.96 deaths per million population; the highest of the coalition partners. The Danes suffered 43 deaths at a rate of 7.82 deaths per million, the second highest per capita death rate among NATO partners. “Hegseth ‘wrong’ to diminish NATO role in Afghanistan: UK prime minister’s office”, The Hill, October 19, 2026.
CRS Report – The U.S. Army’s Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV). The Congressional Research Service has updated CRS IF13092. The publication details the background, ISV specifications, development and testing, budget, and other details of the Army’s lightweight, unarmored ground transport vehicle under development. The ISV will be used to enhance the mobility of the Army Mobile Combat Teams (MBCTs), Security Force Assistance Brigades (SFABs) and Army Special Operations Forces. It can move nine soldiers and their equipment rapidly across terrain where heavier vehicles such as the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) or HMMWV may be less practical or effective. https://www.congress.gov/crs-product/IF13092
The Power Requirements of Conflict. Coal, oil, and now electricity are the underlying strategic factors that could determine victory or defeat in war. On March 1, 2026, Iranian Shahed drones struck two Amazon Web Services (AWS) data centers in the UAE. This ruptured the cloud infrastructure in the UAE and led to leading financial institutions experiencing severe difficulties for a period of time. Katherine Lambert examines the vulnerability of America’s military dependency on AI which runs on electrical power. “The Arms Race is Measured in Gigawatts”, First Breakfast, October 22, 2026.
Iran War and Regional Developments
CRS Report – U.S. Military Operations Against Iran’s Missile and Nuclear Programs. The Congressional Research Service published CRS IN12665 on October 20, 2026. The document has an explanation of the U.S. attacks on Iran’s ballistic missile and drone programs and Iran’s nuclear program. In addition, the publication also summarizes the current Iranian capability in both target sets. Despite extensive strikes, Iran retains significant capabilities and may be rebuilding its arsenal. Uncertainty surrounding nuclear damage highlights continuing intelligence gaps and congressional oversight requirements.
Diesel, Sanctions, and Politics. For more than four years sanctions have been imposed on Russia to choke off Russian energy revenues. The United States led the effort to restrict Russian energy sales, encouraging European nations heavily dependent on Russian oil and energy products to buy elsewhere. Ukraine has mounted ever increasingly effective attacks on Russia energy infrastructure. The U.S. was fine with that state of affairs until diesel prices climbed up beginning with the Iran War in February 2026. Iranian missiles and drones have severely damaged the diesel refineries of the Gulf nations and caused commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz to slow to a trickle for many months. U.S. diesel prices rose from US $3.81 a gallon on February 28 to US $6.18 a gallon on October 12. The agricultural and transportation sector of the U.S. economy has suffered due to the increased costs per gallon. President Trump is blaming the rising cost of diesel fuel on Ukrainian attacks on Russian energy infrastructure and is calling on Ukraine to cease those attacks. In addition, he has done away with the energy sanctions against Russia and has promised to buy Russian diesel. The hope, say some critics, is that this will translate in some relief at the pumps in time to favorable affect the November 3rd elections. Most analysts project no real price decrease. Read more on this topic in “Dirty Deals Done Dirt Cheap”, by Josh Kennedy-White, LinkedIn, October 17, 2026.
Fighting in Yemen Continues. The Houthis are continuing their offensive to capture Taiz City. They had completed an encirclement of the city on October 6 causing difficulty for government forces to resupply and reinforce the government fighters within the city. Saudi Arabia is providing support to the Yemen government forces fighting the Iran-backed Houthis. The Institute for the Study of War has posted a detailed map (Oct 18, 2026) of the territory held by combatant forces in Taiz City and the surrounding area.
Egypt May Assist Saudi Arabia. The Egyptian parliament has authorized President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi to provide assistance to Saudi Arabia in its conflict with the Iranian-backed Houthis of Yemen. Egypt joins Turkey, Pakistan, and France in promising support to Saudi Arabia.
The Mecca Agreement and the Badr MoU. Saudi Arabia recently signed the Mecca Accord, a security alliance between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan. However, on October 21, 2026, Turkey and Pakistan signed a different security agreement, called the Badr Memorandum of Understanding, in Doha with Qatar and Indonesia. This complicates the situation for Saudi Arabia. In this article, Irina Tsukerman examines both agreements and details the implications for Saudi Arabia. “The Mecca Mirage: Alliances, Ambitions, and the Road to Riyadh”, The Washington Outsider, October 22, 2026.
Houthis Developing New Missile? The Houthis are attempting to manufacture at least part of the Khaibarshekan-series of ballistic missiles. The missile would have a range of more than 1,000 kilometers. The Houthis have used three variants of this missile–designed and developed in Iran—in the ongoing Middle East conflict. Read a report on this topic by Conflict Armament Research (CAR) entitled “Houthi Ballistic Missile Manufacturing”, CAR, October 2026.
- References for Epic Fury:
- Past SOF News posts on Epic Fury
- NSI Resources: Epic Fury Timeline, Iran Country Profile, Strait of Hormuz, Kharq Island, maps, OEFU Casualties
- Congressional Research Service (CRS) reports
- Institute of the Study of War interactive map
- See also a map utility – Maritime Attacks in the MENA Region (since 2017) by the Washington Institute
Ukraine Conflict
SOF and the War in Ukraine. David Kirichenko writes on how the Ukraine War is changing doctrine and tactics on an accelerated basis – from the use of drones to the use of special operations forces. SOF snipers are now training to become drone pilots. Ukrainian SOF were used not only for operations but to train conventional forces in the newly emerging TTPs. Ukrainian SOF are now using drones for resuppling SOF teams in forward positions. The war in Ukraine has demonstrated that the role of SOF operators has remained important in conflict, but their application has changed with with the introduction of drones. “The War in Ukraine Has Dramatically Changed Special Forces Operations”, Real Clear Defense, October 24, 2026.
Witkoff Meeting With Putin. U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East and Special Envoy for Peace Missions Steve Witkoff is serving as a de facto and personal envoy to Vladimir Putin. Witkoff met Russian President Vladimir Putin most recently on October 21, 2026, at Constantine Palace in St. Petersburg, Russia, to discuss Ukraine war peace proposals and resume three-way diplomatic talks. He has also met Putin on prior occasions, including in Moscow and Riyadh. During the most recent meeting Witkoff said to Putin:
“You talk so much about my president, President Trump, being a humanitarian. You are a humanitarian also, sir, and I salute that, I commend you, and I thank you again.”
U.S. Delays Approval of Interceptor Transfers to Ukraine. European countries have requested permission from the United States to transfer Patriot interceptors to Ukraine. The Patriot interceptors are needed to take down the ballistic missiles that Russia is using to destroy the energy infrastructure of Ukraine. However, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is holding back the approval. The United States retains control because the weapons are made by it and are shipped abroad under the agreement that transfers to other countries require U.S. sign-off. “Trump administration holds up Patriot missiles for Ukraine”, The Washington Post, October 19, 2026. (subscription)
Starshield Service Still Disrupted? President Trump said SpaceX CEO Elon Musk lifted the restrictions on Ukraine’s access to a SpaceX program known as Starshield, but Ukrainian solders said the service was still disrupted as of Friday. However, according to the Ukrainian defense minister the system has now been restored to its full capability as of Saturday. Some reports say that drones lost their Starshield link above 160 km/h. Starshield is the military equivalent to Starlink. It is a secure satellite network designed for government use. The U.S. government has funded and contracted for Starshield to provide services to Ukraine. “Trump says Starlink access restored, but Ukraine reports more interruptions”, The Washington Post, October 23, 2026. (subscription)
Russia’s Winter War Against Ukraine One of the most important aspects of the continued Russia aggression against Ukraine takes place each winter. As the cold season approaches Russia begins hitting the energy infrastructure that keeps the lights and heat on. The Russians hope that this will break the resolve of the Ukrainian population; but it is a failed strategy. Somehow, the Ukrainians have learned to endure the cold, harsh winter without heat or electricity winter after winter. “The West is Thinking Too Small About Ukraine’s Victory”, by Alanna Novetsky, War on the Rocks, October 22, 2026.
- References:
- Weapons of Ukraine, Study of War Daily Report, Euromaidan Press Daily Report, Ukraine NGO Coordination Network (UNCN).
- Maps: Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine by the Institute for the Study of War and Critical Threats, Ukraine Maps by National Security Info, War in Ukraine by Scribble Maps.
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Around the World
Haiti Turmoil. Four Salvadorian aviation technicians have been kidnapped by armed gangs. El Salvador’s President Bukele has threatened direct military operations to rescue the technicians. According to the Associated Press (October 22, 2026), El Salvador has deployed 100 special forces soldiers to Haiti to help rescue the four kidnapped technicians. El Salvador is one of several countries that have formed up a gang suppression force with more than 2,000 troops on the ground in Haiti. More than 5,000 people have been killed in gang-related violence since January. “Bukele says military occupational launched to rescue Salvadorans held by gangs in Haiti”, Associated Press, October 21, 2026.
Algeria and Morocco – Differing Relationships with UAE. The relationship between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and two North African nations is very different. Morocco and the UAE enjoy a warm relationship, especially in the defense sector, while the relations ship between Algeria and Abu Dhabi is very strained. The dispute between Algeria is likely due to the UAE’s support for Moroccan claims on the Western Sahara. Algeria supports the Polisario Front which seeks independence for Western Sahara. Read more on this topic by Richard Onuoha in “Morocco and UAE Deepen Military Ties as Algeria Isolates Abu Dhabi”, Military Africa, October 19, 2026.
On December 10, 2020, President Trump announced United States recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the territory of Western Sahara. At that point, all the Department of State instructed all U.S. Government maps to remove the east-west boundary between Morocco and the Western Sahara. The United States move was primarily a part of a diplomatic agreement brokered by President Trump under which Morocco agreed to normalize diplomatic relations with Israel. The decision was closely tied to the Trump administration’s broader Middle East strategy, particularly the Abrams Accords. The recognition was a significant departure from decades of U.S. policy, which had supported a negotiated settlement. For more on U.S. recognition of Western Sahara as part of Morocco see “Morocco-Israel Normalization and U.S. Policy Change on Western Sahara”, Congressional Research Service, CRS IN11555, December 15, 2020.
On October 31, 2026, the United Nation’s proposal for a referendum in Western Sahara is up for a United Nations Security Council vote. The referendum is designed to let the territory’s local population decide whether to become an independent nation or integrate permanently with Morocco. The United States is sure to oppose the referendum, strongly advocating for Moroccan autonomy and no referendum. Of course, this does not address the underlying grievances or negate the existence of the Polisario. The United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO) was tasked with enforcing a cease-fire and organizing the self-determination vote.
SOUTHCOM Sinks Boats – But Do They Prosecute Cases? Southern Command is continuing to sink boats tied to drug trafficking. Sometimes the boats are sunk with crewmembers on board; but there are times that the boats are sunk after the crewmembers have been taken into custody. When the boat sinks, most times the evidence needed to convict the alleged drug traffickers goes down with it. In the case of alleged drug traffickers prosecuted in the Ecuadorian justice system, very few convictions take place – due to lack of evidence. Jim Loucks provides the details in “Sink the Boat, Lose the Case”, The CT Conundrum, October 23, 2026.
Veterans Corner
Books, Podcasts, Videos, and Movies
Video – The Hidden History of Fort Devens: The Army’s Cold War Intelligence School. There are two organizations that were based at Fort Devens, Massachusets in the 1960s to 1990s. One was the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) and the other was the Army Security Agency’s schoolhouse. The fort has since closed down, with the land and buildings turned over to the state of Massachusetts. 10th SFG(A) moved to Fort Carson, Colorado and the ASA schoolhouse was incorporated into the Army’s intelligence school at Fort Huachuca, Arizona. A small National Guard enclave exists on the fort and a new ‘community’ called Devens Community occupies the former fort. Forgotten Bases, YouTube, October 19, 2026, 33 minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tOQprirKQY
Video – 112th Signal Battalion: A Conversation of Leadership and Legacy. U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Jeth B. Rey, deputy chief of staff, G-6; retired Maj. Gen. James Bryan, the first commander of the 112th Signal Battalion; and Col. Ryan Kenny, G-63 Division chief with U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command, discuss leadership, military service and the history and legacy of the 112th Signal Battalion during a podcast. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Courtney Hubbard and Pfc. Norah Swanson)
https://www.dvidshub.net/video/1026612/112th-signal-battalion-conversation-leadership-and-legacy
Podcast – The Secret War: A Medic in Laos with Steven Schofield, Spycraft 101, YouTube, May 28, 2025. Steve Schofield served in Vietnam with MACV-SOG and later spent nearly five years in Laos with the US Agency for International Development. He found employment with USAID, which was running medical programs for the indigenous Lao, Hmong, and Khmu peoples throughout Laos. Steve spent nearly five years in Laos, living in Vientiane and flying all over the country nearly every day. He supported dozens of small clinics and dispensaries while also working in secret on search-and-rescue operations for downed pilots who were flying in the secret war in Laos. Meanwhile, Steve developed a great affinity for the Hmong and Khmu populations he worked with over the years. One hour 30 minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F5jVIH091fg
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