India asserts readiness to defend national interests after Pakistan deploys 250 Chinese-made SH-15 self-propelled artillery guns along their shared border, amidst tensions over cross-border terrorism and disputed elections in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir.
Pakistan has deployed China-acquired SH-15 wheeled self-propelled artillery guns, also produced under license, near the Indian border as part of its modernization efforts. India, also modernizing its artillery, is urged to restructure its forces internally.
A video released by the PLA-affiliated China Military Bugle showcases PHL-191-launched airburst rockets, designed to attack personnel and lightly protected equipment. Analysts suggest this indicates Beijing's potential strategy to disrupt Taiwan's detection, communication, and response capabilities in a conflict before larger operations begin.
Russian and Chinese naval forces conducted live-fire exercises in the Yellow Sea as part of the Joint Sea 2026 drills. Warships practiced repelling simulated attacks by unmanned aerial drones and surface vessels, utilizing artillery, machine guns, and electronic warfare systems.
India is increasingly integrating loitering munitions, or 'suicide drones,' into its military strategy. These systems combine ISR and strike capabilities, reducing the kill chain and enabling precision strikes or extended observation. They reflect a shift towards technology-driven, non-contact warfare and are being deployed to supplement traditional artillery and missile systems, particularly in contested border areas.
India's DRDO successfully flight-tested the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket in Odisha, enhancing the Army's precision strike capability under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. This guided version of the Pinaka system aims to improve long-range firepower and reduce reliance on imported weapons.
Rostec states that using Krasnopol guided shells with Msta-S self-propelled artillery offers a dual economic benefit by reducing ammunition use and gun barrel wear. The high accuracy of these munitions allows for fewer shots per target and extends the service life of the artillery system itself.
Kursk Region's governor reported 70 artillery shellings and 136 Ukrainian drones shot down in the past 24 hours. While no fatalities occurred, one man was injured. Drones carrying explosives attacked the region 13 times.
Kursk Region's governor reported 56 artillery shellings and 159 drones shot down in the past 24 hours. Attacks damaged residential buildings, shops, a pharmacy, cars, and a school.
Archaeologists have discovered a second cannonball near the Alamo Church in San Antonio, Texas, believed to have been fired during the 1836 Battle of the Alamo. The find, announced by the Alamo Trust, follows a similar discovery in March and coincides with a major renovation project.
Archaeologists near the Alamo Church in San Antonio have discovered a second cannonball, potentially fired during the 1836 Battle of the Alamo. Found in June 2026, just months after a similar find, the iron projectile adds to evidence of artillery fire exchanged between Mexican and Texian forces.
The Indian Army has established five Integrated Battle Groups (IBGs) and one Fire Support Group (FSG) to enable faster, leaner, and more decisive military responses. This reform aims to replace slow mobilization procedures with integrated, mission-ready formations capable of short-notice threat response.
A Russian artillery unit, Kozerog, destroyed ten Ukrainian drone control centers in Sumy Region in one week, neutralizing the enemy's ability to coordinate drone operations in the area. The crew commander, call sign Vorchun, described their 'pocket artillery' as lightweight and mobile.
Sweden will deliver 16 Gripen E fighter jets to Ukraine for $2.54bn. Denmark also announced a $671.8m military aid package. Meanwhile, Ukraine's military prepares for a potential Russian offensive from the north, and a parcel bomb injured three in Monaco, reportedly targeting a Ukrainian-origin businessman.
Ukrainian armed forces conducted 115 artillery strikes on Russia's Kursk Region in 24 hours, per Governor Alexander Khinshtein. 117 drones were downed, and 7 explosive devices were dropped, injuring 1 civilian and damaging infrastructure.
Ukrainian forces strike Russian artillery manufacturing plant in Volgograd, killing one and injuring 11
Russian Defense Ministry reports strikes on Ukrainian UAV sites, infrastructure, and troop deployments, resulting in 1,440 Ukrainian casualties and destruction of equipment across various battlegroups over 24 hours.
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.
