NATO plans German-led air force exercise, "Air Defender 23"

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NATO is set to commence its largest air force deployment exercise in Europe, known as "Air Defender 23," according to German and US officials. 

An overview of the news

• The exercise will span approximately 10 days, starting from 12th June, and will involve the participation of around 220 military aircraft from 25 NATO and partner countries.

• The exercise will be conducted across Germany, with some of the training taking place at Ramstein Air Base, one of NATO's largest air bases.

Air Defender 23

• The exercise is purely defensive in nature. 

• Its primary objective is to enhance the defense capabilities of participating nations and ensure preparedness to respond to potential security challenges.

• The exercise also intends to send a message to other countries including Russia.

• The demonstration of NATO's unity and collective defense posture serves as a reminder of the Alliance's commitment to address potential threats and maintain regional stability.

• By conducting this exercise, NATO seeks to improve interoperability and strengthen the effectiveness of its air defense capabilities.

• By conducting this exercise, NATO seeks to improve interoperability and strengthen the effectiveness of its air defense capabilities.

About NATO

• North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), is a military alliance between North American and European countries formed in 1949 and headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.

• It was created during the Cold War as a defence pact to prevent Soviet expansion and protect member states from possible aggression.

• The founding members of NATO were the United States, Canada, and ten European countries, including Belgium, Denmark, France, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, and the United Kingdom.

• NATO Secretary General- Jens Stoltenberg