Good morning! SOFREP’s Morning Brief is back with the latest insights on defense and global affairs for Sunday, June 8, 2025. At a glance: Trump sent 2,000 National Guard troops to LA after violent immigration protests, overriding California’s objections. Israel recovered a Thai hostage’s body from Gaza as airstrikes killed more civilians and restricted aid. AQAP’s leader threatened Trump, Elon Musk, and Arab leaders over Gaza. Germany aims to rearm by 2028 to counter Russia. Russia launched deadly airstrikes on Kharkiv, stalling peace efforts. Kyrgyzstan removed Central Asia’s tallest Lenin statue in a quiet city revamp. US and China will meet in London to resolve disputes over AI chips, rare earths, and student visa tension.

—Trump Deploys National Guard to LA Amid Violent Immigration P

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