Germany is leading major joint military exercises in the Baltic Sea as tensions with Russia remain high over the war in Ukraine. The Bundeswehr confirmed that the “Quadriga” drills involve 40 ships, 20 aircraft, and more than 1,800 military vehicles. Approximately 8,000 German troops and forces from 13 other nations are participating, including all NATO countries bordering the Baltic Sea, as well as allies such as the US, UK, and France.
On Thursday, military leaders from Germany and ambassadors from Baltic states gathered at the port of Rostock to observe the exercises. They watched as a ferry carrying army vehicles departed for Klaipeda, Lithuania, escorted by a corvette, helicopter, minesweeper, and police units.
A spokesperson for the Quadriga Media Information Centre told Euronews the manoeuvres highlight “the determination, capability, and willingness of Germany and its allies to defend NATO territory against any external attack.
Germany’s Chief of Defence, General Carsten Breuer, added: “We are seeing close up today what it means when Germany takes international responsibility and serves as a reliable supply hub for NATO.
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