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Israel has officially deployed its new SIGMA 155 self-propelled howitzer and Iron Beam laser system, enhancing its military capabilities with advanced artillery and laser defense systems, expected to replace older platforms and strengthen multi-layered air defense.
A planned military demonstration involving live artillery fire over Interstate 5 at Camp Pendleton went awry when a round exploded prematurely, causing shrapnel damage to a CHP vehicle and raising safety concerns, leading to the early termination of the event and a temporary freeway closure.
A military exercise involving firing live artillery over a California highway during Vice President JD Vance's visit led to the closure of a 17-mile stretch of I-5, causing traffic delays and sparking criticism from Governor Gavin Newsom over safety concerns, while U.S. Marine officials defended the safety and routine nature of the exercises.
The U.S. Marine Corps plans to fire 155mm artillery shells over California's Interstate 5 during a demonstration at Camp Pendleton to celebrate the Marine Corps' 250th anniversary, prompting criticism from Governor Gavin Newsom over safety concerns and lack of coordination, despite official assurances of safety and routine training practices.
Clashes at the Thailand-Cambodia border involve artillery and rocket fire, with ongoing live coverage of the situation.
King Charles III was praised for his faultless firing technique after firing an artillery gun during his visit to Larkhill, where he also met personnel, viewed historical artifacts, and was presented with a commemorative cartridge.
North Korea has reportedly sent powerful artillery systems, including 170mm self-propelled howitzers and 240mm multiple rocket launch systems, to Russia to support its war efforts in Ukraine. This move complements the thousands of North Korean troops already fighting alongside Russian forces. The artillery transfer highlights the ongoing significance of artillery in the conflict, despite advancements in other military technologies. The U.S. has responded by lifting restrictions on Ukraine's use of longer-range missiles to target Russia, marking a significant policy shift.
The German army plans to order an additional 200,000 artillery shells worth about 880 million euros from Rheinmetall to replenish its stockpiles as it continues to support Ukraine against Russia. This order is part of a larger framework agreement and aims to help Rheinmetall establish a new production line in Unterluess, Germany.
Ukraine claims that Russia lost 247 vehicles and 96 artillery systems in just 48 hours, highlighting the intense ongoing conflict in the eastern front lines. Moscow reports different figures, and independent verification is challenging. The heavy losses reflect the toll of over two years of full-scale war, with both sides experiencing significant equipment and personnel casualties.
Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley wrote "FINISH THEM" on an Israeli artillery shell, highlighting her strong support for Israel amidst ongoing conflicts.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) conducted air and artillery strikes on Hezbollah infrastructure in five areas of southern Lebanon overnight, targeting locations in al-Khiam, Ayta ash Shab, Hula, Markaba, and Kafr Kila.
Ukraine's army chief, Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi, has warned that the situation on the eastern front has significantly worsened in recent days, with Russian forces intensifying their offensive actions following the Russian presidential elections. Ukraine has been facing acute shortages of artillery and ammunition, and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that the country could lose the war if more aid is not approved. Syrskyi emphasized the need for technological advantage and improved training for Ukrainian forces to counter the larger Russian presence in the region.
Ukraine's new commander in chief, Oleksandr Syrsky, warns that Russia's artillery and mortars are outgunning Ukraine at a rate of six to one on the front line, calling for more aid from Western allies. President Zelenskyy expressed concern that without additional aid, Ukrainian forces may have to start retreating. Syrsky emphasized the need for air defense equipment and missiles as Russia intensifies airstrikes, while also highlighting the use of high-precision ammunition and drones in Ukraine's defense strategy.
The U.S. Army's conventional fires study recommends focusing on more autonomous artillery systems with improved range and mobility, incorporating robotics, enhancing artillery rounds, and pursuing mobile howitzer options. The study has led to the cancellation of the Extended Range Cannon Artillery system in favor of extending the range of current artillery systems with innovative munitions. The Army is also exploring autonomous and robotic cannon solutions for joint forcible entry formations and pursuing mobile, indirect fires capabilities for light infantry and Stryker formations.
Gen. James Rainey of US Army Futures Command suggests that towed artillery has reached the end of its effectiveness, emphasizing the need for mobile, indirect fires, and better armored, longer-range howitzers. The Army is exploring autonomous, robotic cannons and seeking proposals for existing platforms to meet these requirements, with companies like BAE Systems and Elbit America offering potential solutions.