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Gen. Christopher T. Donahue Visits Allied Partners and Soldiers for Thanksgiving in Lithuania

Nov. 26, 2025 | 0:21

U.S. Army Gen. Christopher T. Donahue, Commanding General of U.S. Army Europe and Africa, visits and serves food to Soldiers during their Thanksgiving meal at the dining facility, Nov. 26, 2025, Pabrade Training Area, Lithuania. The participation of senior leaders and distinguished guests in serving Thanksgiving meals reflects the U.S. Army’s long-standing commitment to putting the Soldiers first. Soldiers forward deployed in Lithuania demonstrate steadfast readiness and commitment over the Thanksgiving Holiday as they continue to support U.S. and NATO objectives.

NATO Forward Land Forces Expansion

Nov. 24, 2025 | 1:14

Soldiers conduct training, coordinate movements and maneuver armored vehicles as part of the NATO Forward Land Forces (FLF) expansion during exercise Amber Desire 25 in Poland last week. The FLF expansion transitions presence, increasing the combat power and responsiveness of the NATO battlegroup on the alliance’s eastern flank.

2025 Thanksgiving greeting

Nov. 24, 2025 | 0:11

U.S Army Staff Sgt. Alana Harold, with Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division, wishes her daughter happy Thanksgiving while deployed in Boleslawiec, Poland, Nov. 24, 2025. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Bernabe Lopez)

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Holiday Greeting

Nov. 24, 2025 | 0:14

U.S. Army Spc. Marcus Charles, a military police officer assigned to 615th Military Police Company, 709th Military Police Battalion, 18th Military Police Brigade, shares what he is thankful for in 2025 at U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria, Germany, Nov. 24, 2025. The reflection highlights the importance of gratitude and resilience within the unit.

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Norway Wins Best Sniper Team Competition 2025

Nov. 24, 2025 | 1:29

The top 3 winners - Norway, Latvia and Greece- were announced during the award ceremony for the U.S. Army Europe and Africa European Best Sniper Team Competition in the Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, Nov. 22, 2025. The USAREUR-AF EBST Competition is held annually at 7th Army Training Command’s Grafenwoehr Training Area and builds military readiness through realistic and challenging training scenarios, fosters military partnership and esprit des corps, and promotes NATO interoperability with Allied and Partner nations.

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Best Sniper Team Competition 2025

Nov. 24, 2025 | 1:34

From the 16th to the 23rd of November, teams from various countries participated in the U.S. Army Europe and Africa European Best Sniper Team Competition was conducted in the Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany. The USAREUR-AF EBST Competition is held annually at 7th Army Training Command’s Grafenwoehr Training Area and builds military readiness through realistic and challenging training scenarios, fosters military partnership and esprit des corps, and promotes NATO interoperability with Allied and Partner nations.

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U.S. Army air defenders test portable sensors and shooters designed for EFDL during Project Flytrap 4.5

Project FlyTrap - connecting Soldiers, Army procurement personnel and vendors with ready-now c-sUAS solutions

52d Air Defense Artillery Brigade and the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command brought together air defenders, Army procurement staff, and commercial vendors specializing in counter-small Unmanned Aerial Systems technology for a unique military and civilian event - Project FlyTrap.

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Project Flytrap - Global Tactical Edge Acquisitions Directorate Team

Nov. 21, 2025 | 1:00

10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command test new, lower-cost, portable sensors and shooters designed for the Eastern Flank Deterrence Line during Project Flytrap 4.5 at Truppenübungsplatz Putlos, Germany. The U.S. Army GTEAD team will select five winning systems in the xTechCounter Strike competition, advancing experimentation and transformation efforts for U.S. and NATO forces

Eastern Flank Deterrence Line

Nov. 17, 2025 | 1:52

The Eastern Flank Deterrence Line is strengthened through USAREUR-AF support that brings together Allied forces for coordinated training and rapid capability development. These efforts improve readiness across the region and reinforce NATO’s commitment to collective defense.

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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.

Serve in Europe - 18th Military Police History and Mission

Nov. 14, 2025 | 2:02

The 18th Military Police Brigade welcomes new Soldiers into its ranks. The video highlights the brigade’s history and outlines what Soldiers can expect as members of the Ever Vigilant Brigade.

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AFN Europe Report - November 7, 2025

Nov. 14, 2025 | 2:00

In this AFN Europe Report:

U.S. Soldiers with 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, executed urban environment close-quarters combat training at Novo Selo Training Area, Bulgaria.

More than 1,500 U.S. Soldiers, civilians and allied partners from across Europe, participated in Avenger Triad 25, a multi-national command post training exercise hosted by U.S. Army V Corps.

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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Project Flytrap

June 23, 2025 | 1:35

U.S. Army Capt. David Smith, 1st Lt. Jake Licht, 1st Lt. Eric Love, Sgt. Michael Whiteside, and Sgt. 1st Class Crage Notice, all assigned to 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, discuss modern counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) technology and the testing of the devices during Project Flytrap at Joint Multinational Readiness Center, Hohenfels Training Area, Hohenfels, Germany, June 22, 2025. The Soldiers completed a three-week training mission which included learning about different C-UAS technology, learning how to use the C-UAS technology, and then implementing the devices into simulated combat scenarios.

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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