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1,200 soldiers from 4 NATO states train river crossing in Germany

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: Agencies
  • 28 Jun 2025 19:29
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Around 1,200 troops and 500 vehicles from NATO allies are participating in the Grand Crossing exercise in Germany, practicing river crossings and bridge-building over the Rhine and Weser.

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  • British soldiers from the 16 Air Assault Brigade take part in the Swift Response 22 military exercise at the Krivolak army training polygon in the central part of North Macedonia, May 12, 2022.  (AP)
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Approximately 1,200 soldiers and 500 pieces of military hardware from four NATO member states have commenced the Grand Crossing exercise in Germany. According to German broadcaster NTV, the exercise began on Saturday and involves military personnel from Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Italy.

The NATO military drills in Germany are focused on training troops to conduct coordinated river crossing operations. As part of the Grand Crossing exercise, soldiers are practicing the use of heavy vehicles to traverse large rivers, specifically the Rhine. The German military highlighted the importance of these drills in maintaining operational readiness for complex logistical operations.

The 14-day NATO river crossing exercise includes the construction of ferry crossings and temporary military bridges. These structures will be deployed across major waterways, including the Rhine and the Weser, Germany's third-largest river. The drills aim to enhance the alliance's capability to rapidly deploy and maneuver forces across difficult terrain.

A significant component of the exercise is the building of temporary military bridges, which will enable armored and support vehicles to move efficiently across river barriers. This training is seen as critical to strengthening NATO's joint operations capability in Europe, ensuring that allied forces can effectively respond to various operational scenarios.

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