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NATO Troops Simulate Russian Forces in Polish Exercises for Ukrainian Training
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NATO Troops Simulate Russian Forces in Polish Exercises for Ukrainian Training

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • NATO soldiers in Poland are simulating Russian forces during joint military exercises.
  • The exercises, part of the international operation 'Legio,' aim to train Ukrainian troops in counteracting Russian tactics.
  • Various military equipment, including tanks, armored vehicles, drones, motorcycles, and ATVs, are being utilized in the simulated combat scenarios.

Western soldiers are currently engaged in military exercises in Poland, adopting the role of Russian forces to better prepare Ukrainian troops. The international operation, dubbed 'Legio,' is taking place at the specially equipped 'Camp Jomsborg' training ground in eastern Poland.

The initiative, spearheaded by Norway, involves simulating Russian military tactics. This allows Ukrainian soldiers to practice defensive strategies and counter-offensives against a realistic adversary. The exercises are designed to enhance the Ukrainian military's readiness and effectiveness in confronting potential Russian aggression.

A wide array of military hardware is being employed to create an authentic training environment. This includes tanks, armored vehicles, drones, motorcycles, and all-terrain vehicles, all contributing to the comprehensive simulation of battlefield conditions.

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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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