Tag: Armoured Brigade

German Brigade Begins Lithuania War Drills

Commander of the German Army's Panzer Brigade 45 in Lithuania, Brigadier General Christoph Huber, exits a Puma infantry fighting vehicle at the start of the "Freedom Shield 2026" exercise. The brigade's first combat exercise involves 2,900 soldiers from eight nations and 800 vehicles | Photo: Kay Nietfeld/dpa

Germany’s new armoured brigade in Lithuania has completed its first live-fire exercise, bringing together nearly 3,000 troops and 800 vehicles from eight NATO nations as the alliance strengthens its eastern defences.

Finnish Army Plans Karelian Sword 26

Photo: Finnish Army

The Finnish Army will conduct the Karelian Sword 26 exercise in southeastern Finland from 22 to 29 May 2026 with around 10,000 personnel, including reserve units and allied troops and has designated hashtags to follow the exercise on social media.