India is transforming its artillery with indigenous systems like ATAGS and Pinaka, moving towards long-range precision strikes and 'non-contact warfare'. This modernization, involving both public and private sectors, aims to establish India as a global firepower superpower.
Israeli airstrikes in Nabatieh and southern Lebanon killed 28 people in the past day, bringing the total death toll since March 2 to 3,912. The Lebanese Health Ministry reported the use of phosphorus munitions and ongoing fires, with civilian casualties still being verified.
Taiwan's recent HIMARS rocket launch westward towards the Taiwan Strait signals a strategic shift towards mobile strike weapons to counter a potential mainland Chinese attack before it reaches shore. The exercise, the first of its kind, highlights Taiwan's plans for employing these new weapons in a cross-strait conflict.
Norinco's display features advanced air defence systems, including surface-to-air missiles like the Sky Dragon 100 (100km range) and Yitian II (20km range), designed for layered defence. The company also highlights the SA2/LD76 anti-aircraft gun system, specifically targeting drones, cruise missiles, and precision-guided munitions.
China is reportedly developing a new naval gun system capable of firing 155mm shells, which would be the largest of its kind globally. An experimental ship, the Wu Yunduo, underwent sea trials near Dalian in early May, following its appearance with the gun installed at a shipyard in February.
Ukraine launched a large-scale drone and missile attack across Russian-occupied Crimea overnight, targeting military sites and fuel supplies. A major oil refinery in southern Russia also caught fire following alleged Ukrainian drone strikes, disrupting fuel logistics.
A car bomb in Moscow reportedly killed Russian General Damir Davydov, head of the defense ministry's missile and artillery wing. The Kremlin confirmed an explosion but withheld details pending investigation. Ukraine has not commented, but has previously claimed responsibility for attacks on Russian generals.
Ukraine launched long-range missile and drone attacks deep inside Russia, hitting a military factory in Cheboksary and oil refineries in Samara and Vladimir regions. President Zelenskyy declared a new 'Day of the Unmanned Systems Forces'. Meanwhile, Russia reported arrests in Moscow car bombings and continued attacks on Ukraine's Black Sea ports.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Larsen & Tubro's Hazira plant, a major defense manufacturing facility. The plant is crucial for producing K-9 Vajra artillery guns and the new Zorawar light tank, with potential for future infantry combat vehicles.
US startup Anduril has joined Elbit America and Oshkosh Defense to develop the 'SIGMA' mobile tactical artillery system, aiming to compete for the US Army's next-generation self-propelled howitzer contract. Anduril will provide C5ISR capabilities and integrate its AI-driven Lattice platform.
Taiwan's defense analysts report that the PLA's 71st Group Army Artillery Brigade in Fujian has been equipped with the new PHL-191 long-range rocket system, completing the upgrade for all three PLA units facing Taiwan. The PHL-191 has a maximum range exceeding 500 km, necessitating a reassessment of Taiwan's defense strategy.
Russian artillery units reportedly destroyed over 60 Ukrainian soldiers overnight in the Sumy and Kharkiv regions. A source from the 'Sever' group of forces told RIA Novosti that over 370 fire missions were conducted, resulting in the elimination of Ukrainian personnel and military equipment.
France has banned Israel from participating in Eurosatory, a major international arms show, citing the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The decision prohibits Israeli government representatives and national pavilions, restricting displays to non-offensive air defense systems.
Kursk Region Governor Alexander Khinshtein reported that Russian air defenses intercepted 101 Ukrainian drones and the region faced 108 artillery attacks on evacuated areas in the past 24 hours. No casualties were reported, though property damage occurred.
The Indian Army has modified its 105mm Indian Field Gun (IFG) with an automatic gun-laying system, replacing manual aiming with computer-controlled precision. This upgrade aims to improve accuracy, reduce response times, and enhance survivability through faster "shoot and scoot" operations, aligning with the broader Field Artillery Rationalisation Plan.
The Indian Army has upgraded its 105mm Indian Field Gun (IFG) with an automatic gun-laying system, replacing manual aiming with computer-controlled precision. This modernization aims to improve accuracy, response time, and survivability, aligning with the broader Field Artillery Rationalisation Plan to transition to 155mm caliber systems.
Taiwan's Defense Ministry plans to purchase M109A7 self-propelled howitzers, HIMARS, anti-armor drone missile systems, and Javelin/TOW 2B anti-tank missiles to counter China's evolving military strategy. The acquisitions are part of a special budget totaling NT$780 billion over two phases, aimed at bolstering Taiwan's asymmetric warfare capabilities.
Russian security sources claim Ukrainian artillery from the 50th brigade opened fire on soldiers from the 21st brigade attempting to surrender near Sumy. The incident reportedly occurred after Ukrainian soldiers fired on deserters near the Svyato-Dmitrievsky Monastery.
Lance Bombardier Ciara Sullivan, 24, died after falling from her horse at the Royal Windsor Horse Show. Police are treating the death as unexplained but non-suspicious. Sullivan was an "exceptional jockey" and "outstanding soldier" who served at the Queen's funeral and King's coronation.
Ukrainian military activity, including artillery and drone attacks, has increased around Energodar and the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) over the weekend, according to ZNPP Communications Director Yevgenia Yashina. Attacks target infrastructure and aim to exert psychological pressure.
A soldier from the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery died after falling from their horse at the Royal Windsor Horse Show on Friday. Police are investigating the unexplained but not suspicious death.
A soldier from the King's Troop, Royal Horse Artillery died after falling from their horse at the Royal Windsor Horse Show on Friday. Police are investigating the unexplained but not suspicious death.
A soldier has died after falling from their horse during a display at the Royal Windsor Horse Show on Friday, Thames Valley Police confirmed.
Ukrainian forces violated ceasefire 30,383 times from May 8-11, 2026, exceeding 2025's count
