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Interview: US Army 1st Sgt. Travis Herman talks African Lion 26 NCO development academics

April 21, 2026 | 1:20

U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Travis Herman, African Lion 26 noncommissioned officer development academics instructor and Intelligence and Sustainment Company first sergeant, Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) speaks about the academics portion of AL26 at Southern Zone Headquarters, Agadir, Morocco, April 20, 2026. The instruction brought together subject matter experts and students from more than 40 nations to build joint planning skills and regional security knowledge in support of AL26. The exercise’s multinational academics engaged approximately 400 students across more than 20 military subjects, increasing a shared understanding of best practices.

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This is USAREUR-AF April 2026

April 17, 2026 | 0:58

The "This is USAREUR-AF" video series highlights U.S. Army Europe and Africa's activities across Europe, Africa, and beyond.

Roaring into action: African Lion 2026 begins in Tunisia

Military forces from Tunisia, the United States and international partner nations officially inaugurated Exercise African Lion 2026 April 13, 2026. The multinational engagement in Tunisia, scheduled to conclude April 30, serves as a venue for strengthening regional security cooperation and refining the readiness of participating forces in a complex global security environment.

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Recap of Combined Resolve 26-05

April 10, 2026 | 2:00

As we are deep into Combined Resolve 26-7 here is a recap of the last iteration of Combined Resolve in February. U.S. and NATO forces joined together for Combined Resolve 26-05 at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center in Hohenfels, Germany, Feb. 15-23, 2026. The exercise was designed to improve unit mobility and survivability, as well as strengthen joint force operations for large scale combat operations.

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Why We Serve Together

April 13, 2026 | 0:58

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 18th Military Police Brigade, discuss what motivates them to serve the Soldiers around them during training in preparation for Combined Resolve at U.S. Army Garrison Hohenfels, Germany, March 24–25, 2026. Their perspectives highlight the importance of teamwork, leadership, and commitment to mission success in a multinational training environment.

Hornet Drone UAS Training in GTA

April 13, 2026 | 1:34

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 173rd Airborne Brigade operate a one-way attack Hornet drone during a demonstration in the 7th Army Training Command’s Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, March 25, 2026. The demonstration provided leaders with insight into how AI-enabled one-way attack systems operate alongside Army fires formations.

21st TSC - Senior Leaders Forum

April 12, 2026 | 1:10

Senior Leaders cross the 21st Theater Sustainment Command gather for a Senior Leaders Forum at Sembach Kaserne in Sembach, Germany, April 8-10, 2026. The event included organized physical training, leadership briefs and a guided tour of a correctional facility, providing leaders the opportunity to exchange ideas, enhance readiness and strengthen professional development across the formation. The forum fostered collaboration and reinforced the importance of disciplined leadership in complex operational environment.

3rd ID DSB recertifies sling load training

April 12, 2026 | 0:25

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 3rd Infantry Division Sustainment Brigade conduct sling load training alongside Polish Land Forces at Bledowska Drop Zone, Poland, on March 30, 2026. This exercise enhances both V Corps' mission to deepen partnerships as well as 3rd ID's aerial delivery capability alongside expanding the capabilities of a trusted Partner and Ally.

336th MP Battalion to 109th MP Battalion Transfer of Authority

April 10, 2026 | 0:56

National Guard Soldiers of the North Carolina 109th Military Police Battalion, and U.S. Army Reservists of the 336th Military Police Battalion conduct a Relief in Place and Transfer of Authority Ceremony at Camp Kosciuszko, Poland, on April 9th, 2026.

Sword 26 Announcement

U.S. and Allied forces will conduct a series of exercises across the High North, Baltic region, and Poland from late April through May 2026, leveraging cutting-edge capabilities to demonstrate credible deterrence in the land domain. Known as Sword 26, this U.S. Army Europe and Africa (USAREUR-AF)-led series of multinational exercises will focus on operationalizing NATO’s Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative (EFDI), highlighting the continued commitment to collective defense and security.

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Are you ready for the European Entry/Exit System?

The Entry/Exit System (EES) is an automated IT system for registering non-EU nationals travelling for a short stay, each time they cross the external borders. EES will capture biometric data, such as fingerprints, facial image, and other travel information, gradually replacing the current system of passport stamping.

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U.S. Army medic trains Estonian troops on conducting blood transfusions

March 29, 2026 | 0:49

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Trey Tardio, a senior medic assigned to the 102nd Military Police Company, 327th Military Police Battalion, trains Estonian troops in conducting blood transfusions on designated patients in Estonia on March 25, 2026. Tardio explains how blood transfusions are administered and how training with Estonian troops boosted interoperability between the U.S. and Estonia.

Vision To Victory - Millrinder Innovation Center

March 24, 2026 | 1:00

The 21st Theater Sustainment Command hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony announcing the grand opening of the Millrinder Innovation Center on Panzer Kaserne, Germany, on March 13, 2026. The Millrinder Innovation Center is a 10,000-square-foot facility that allow Soldiers the opportunity to think big and drive effects operationally with various methods of advanced manufacturing.

Freedom250 - Reflective Moments of America's Military Week 13

March 26, 2026 | 1:56

Video covering week 13 for the War Department’s Reflective Moments of America’s Military series, highlighting significant moments in America’s 250-year military history.

Eyes on the Sky: Project Flytrap and the cUAS Fight

March 16, 2026 | 1:24

U.S. Army Soldiers with the 2nd Cavalry Regiment conduct counter-unmanned aerial systems training, March 16, 2026. Project Flytrap is a multinational exercise designed to develop and test new tactics and technologies to counter drone threats. The exercise focused on integrating existing counter-UAS systems onto mobile combat platforms and fixed sights onto weapons to provide force protection for maneuver units and ensure V Corps maintains freedom of movement on the modern battlefield.

Digital Shield 2026 Evaluates Emerging Counter-Drone Technologies

March 7, 2026 | 0:57

Capt. Micah Maule, plans officer for the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, discusses the second iteration of Digital Shield 2026 in Estonia on March 5, 2026. Digital Shield brings together NATO service members and civilian defense contractors to showcase new and experimental counter-drone systems in a simulated disruptive environment. The exercise provides additional insight, capabilities, and readiness for countering small unmanned aircraft systems, or sUAS, threats along NATO’s eastern flank.

AFN Europe Report -March 6, 2026

March 6, 2026 | 2:00

U.S. Soldiers with 1st Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, or 1-16 Infantry Regiment, concluded their 9 month training rotation at Novo Selo Training Area, Bulgaria.

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 7th Engineer Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command hosted and participated in a Best Squad Competition at U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria in Grafenwoehr, Germany.

This is Eastern Sentry

Oct. 17, 2025 | 0:30

NATO launched Eastern Sentry – a multi-domain activity that will strengthen our defenses even further.

This military activity adds additional assets from Allies and better connects those already available all along the Alliance’s eastern flank. It adds flexibility, strength and responsiveness.

NATO is a defensive alliance and we always stand ready to defend every inch of NATO territory.

U.S. Army Europe and Africa Command Video 2025

Aug. 15, 2025 | 3:28

U.S. Army Europe and Africa Command video showcasing key operations, missions, or initiatives of U.S. Army Europe and Africa Command and highlighting collaborative efforts across Europe, Africa, and NATO partnerships.

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