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A sniper attacked the ICE facility in Dallas, killing one detainee and injuring two others, with the suspect, Joshua Jahn, dying from a self-inflicted gunshot wound; the attack was premeditated, and authorities are increasing security measures.
Ukraine's 'Ghost' sniper unit set a world record by killing two Russian soldiers from 4,000 meters using a domestically made 'Alligator' rifle, AI, and drone guidance, highlighting Ukraine's advanced military capabilities amid ongoing conflict.
A sniper assisting the U.S. Secret Service at a Trump rally took a picture of the gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, and saw him using a rangefinder before the assassination attempt. Despite alerting the command post, Crooks managed to position himself and began firing into the crowd, killing a firefighter and injuring Trump and two others. A Secret Service sniper ultimately killed Crooks. The FBI has accessed the shooter's cell phone, and security at the rally is under heavy criticism.
This guide compares the two sniper rifles in XDefiant, the M44 and the TAC-50, to help players choose the best one for their playstyle. The M44 is ideal for patient, defensive snipers who prefer precision and power, while the TAC-50 suits aggressive players who favor a faster firing rate and dynamic gameplay. Ultimately, the best sniper depends on individual preferences.
Children of the Sun is a supernatural sniper game with a focus on puzzle-solving rather than traditional shooting, where players control the path and speed of a single bullet per level to eliminate enemies. The game features a revenge-driven storyline with a main character possessing telekinetic powers, but lacks depth in character development. Despite its compelling gameplay and clever level design, the replay value may be limited for some players.
MW3 players are demanding nerfs to the Longbow sniper rifle, citing its dominance in multiplayer lobbies as unfair and frustrating. The semi-auto sniper's incredible fire rate and one-shot potential have led to widespread criticism and calls for balancing changes, with players expressing frustration and suggesting potential solutions such as removing the ability to change sights on the gun. Sledgehammer Games may address these concerns in future updates.
Ukraine's deadliest female sniper, Olena Bilozerska, predicts that Russian President Vladimir Putin will be assassinated by his own henchmen and warns of potential invasions of neighboring countries if Ukraine falls. Bilozerska, who has been credited with at least 10 confirmed kills, joined the Ukrainian military as a volunteer sniper in 2014 and still serves in Ukraine's Artan Special Unit. She believes that Russia can only be defeated on the battlefield and advocates for Ukraine to strengthen its army and join NATO to secure its borders.
Teledyne FLIR Defense has unveiled the ThermoSight HISS-HD, a thermal sight that allows snipers to see their rounds in-flight without the use of tracers, providing a significant advantage in stealth and long-range targeting. With the capability to detect, identify, and engage targets at distances exceeding 2,200 meters, the HISS-HD is being pitched as a potential asset for U.S. Special Operations Command and other military units. In addition to its application with sniper rifles, the sight can also be used with medium machine guns and offers features such as video export, wireless capability, and the ability to see drones, making it a valuable tool for enhancing situational awareness and target identification on the battlefield.
A bank robber in Fort Myers, Florida, held a knife to a hostage's throat, claiming to have a bomb, before being shot and killed by a sniper during a SWAT team standoff. The suspect, Sterling Alavache, had an extensive criminal history, and the sniper acted when the hostage's life was threatened. The hostages were unharmed, and the incident was captured on surveillance video.
A suspected bank robber, Sterling Ramon Alavache, holding two hostages at knifepoint inside a Florida bank was shot and killed by a law enforcement sniper during a standoff. The 36-year-old had a long criminal history, and during the incident, he claimed to have a bomb and put a knife to a hostage's throat. The SWAT sniper shot and killed him when he presented deadly force, and both hostages are safe. The sheriff emphasized the importance of remaining vigilant and expressed gratitude that no one was injured.
A bank robbery suspect in Fort Myers, Florida, was shot and killed by a SWAT sniper after he took two people hostage and held a knife to a hostage's throat. The suspect had become physical, prompting the sniper to take action. The sniper has been placed on administrative leave following the incident.
A Ukrainian sniper working for the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has broken the world record for the longest confirmed sniper kill by killing a Russian soldier at a distance of nearly 2.5 miles (3.8 kilometers). The shot surpassed the previous record by approximately 260 meters (850 feet). The SBU praised its snipers for their ability to work effectively at fantastic distances, and footage of the record-breaking strike has been shared by Ukrainian media. The war between Ukraine and Russia continues, with Ukraine intercepting a barrage of strategic drones launched by Russia and experiencing missile attacks and airstrikes.
A Ukrainian journalist working as a fixer for Italy's La Repubblica newspaper has been shot dead by suspected Russian snipers in Ukraine. Italian reporter Corrado Zunino, who was with him, was wounded. The reporters were targeted near the Antonivskyi bridge across the Dnipro river near the Ukrainian-held city of Kherson. The Ukrainian military had let them through "without problem". Until now, all of the Kherson region on the east bank of the Dnipro has been under Russian control.