US EditionGermany Activates First Permanent Overseas Unit Since WWII to Strengthen NATO Defense in Lithuania
- A new German brigade has been officially formed in Lithuania to enhance NATO's eastern defense, as stated by Chancellor Friedrich Merz during the ceremony in Vilnius.
- The brigade, consisting of approximately 4,800 troops and 2,000 vehicles, aims to reach full operational capability by the end of 2027.
- Chancellor Merz emphasized that protecting Lithuania directly supports the security of Germany and the entire NATO alliance against potential Russian aggression.
- Lithuania plans to increase its defense spending to over 5% of GDP to support the German troops' base construction, showcasing a commitment to regional security.
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Germany, soldiers in Lithuania: first unit abroad since World War II
Germany returns to deploying troops abroad for the first time since World War II. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Lithuania, on the occasion of the establishment of a German armored brigade intended to strengthen NATO’s eastern flank. This is the first permanent military deployment abroad since World War II: a significant event that aims to deter possible Russian aggression against Lithuania and the other Baltic states, Estonia and Latv…
German-led aviation brigade demos NATO’s Rapid Response
A major NATO exercise in the Baltic region showcased the Alliance’s expanding air mobility and deterrence posture, as German-led forces conduct fast-paced multinational operations across four countries. Exercise Griffin Lightning, which ran from 5 to 23 May 2025, is directed by NATO’s Joint Force Command Brunssum and features more than 800 personnel and over 30 helicopters from Germany’s newly formed Aviation Brigade. Operating from a temporary …
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