James Marinero
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I live on a boat and write as I sail slowly around the world. Follow me for a story diet of Tech, AI, Geopolitics and more as the world is rapidly changing. I also write techno thrillers, with six to my name. More of my stories on Medium
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Havana Syndrome Unmasked: The Black Market Russian Microwave Weapon Captured In a DHS Sting
For nearly a decade, American diplomats, intelligence officers, and military personnel have reported a terrifying experience: an invisible attack that leaves them with debilitating brain injuries, chronic pain, and life-altering neurological damage.
By James Marinero4 days ago in Journal
Ukraine's P1SUN Drone Interceptor Sold to the US for Gulf Defence
Oh, the irony of it all. The sale of Ukrainian P1SUN interceptor drones to the US is a hugely significant event. This agreement, which involves the delivery of an initial 1,000 units to the Middle East, reflects the urgent requirement for cost-effective solutions to counter prolific loitering munitions such as the Iranian-designed Shahed series.
By James Marinero5 days ago in Journal
US Submarine Torpedos and Sinks Iranian Frigate: Periscope Footage
The sinking of an Iranian naval vessel by a US submarine is a step change in contemporary maritime engagement and increases the already huge stakes in the Iran-US conflict. This event involved the deployment of advanced underwater ordnance against a surface combatant.
By James Marinero8 days ago in Journal
Ukraine Using The Copperhead Laser-guided Artillery Shell With Great Success
A video compilation has recently emerged showing the very successful use of the M712 Copperhead laser-guided artillery shell in Ukraine. That led me to a deep dive into the technology of this interesting, supposedly obsolete, weapon and what it teaches us for the future.
By James Marinero8 days ago in Journal
Ukraine's New Weapon: Dropping Swedish Bonus Smart Shells On Hard Targets
There has been a technical and tactical shift in the Ukrainian conflict, where heavy-lift unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have been adapted to deliver 155mm ordnance, including the sophisticated Swedish-designed 155 BONUS sub-munitions.
By James Marinero17 days ago in Journal
Ukraine's Brilliant Cyber Sting: Turning Starlink Against Moscow
Russia's genocidal war on Ukraine has transformed satellite communications into a vital battlefield asset. Starlink, SpaceX's low-Earth-orbit satellite constellation, delivers reliable, jam-resistant internet that revolutionized Ukrainian military operations. It enables real-time drone control, seamless coordination, and rapid intelligence sharing—capabilities far superior to traditional radio systems.
By James Marinero18 days ago in Journal
Ukraine Destroys Half of Russia's Key Pantsir Air Defence Systems in Major $4 billion 2025 Blow
In the grinding attrition of the Ukraine-Russia war, 2025 marked a pivotal year where technology and strategy converged to deliver a devastating setback to Moscow's aerial dominance.
By James Marinero20 days ago in Journal
US Accuses China of Secret Nuclear Testing: A New Arms Race Shadow?
In a stark escalation of nuclear rhetoric, the United States publicly accused China of conducting covert nuclear explosive tests, breaching the long-standing global moratorium on such activities, the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT)
By James Marineroabout a month ago in Journal
New Hypersonic Missile for HIMARS Goes Into Production
Modern warfare is evolving more rapidly than ever before and the USA has been perceived as being behind China and Russia in the field of hypersonic missiles. Russia regularly uses the Kh-47M2 Kinzhal hypersonic air-launched missile against civilian targets in Ukraine. The demand for rapid response and long-range precision has never been higher as the arms race intensifies.
By James Marineroabout a month ago in Journal
Russian Attack Submarine Suffers Major Accident in Mediterranean Sea - Forced to Surface
Reports about a serious technical malfunction aboard a Russian Improved Kilo Class submarine in the Mediterranean Sea has drawn considerable international attention, largely due to the inherent risks involved in a naval incident of this nature, especially where Russia is involved.
By James Marineroabout a month ago in Journal
