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407th Civil Affairs Battalion Conducts Unified Partners '26 in Lithuania

Jan. 19, 2026 | 2:14

Cpt. Jared Berken and Staff Sgt. Brandon Beaver, assigned to 407th Civil Affairs Battalion, speak on interoperability and joint training between the U.S. Army, Lithuanian Riflemen’s Union and Lithuanian Armed Forces during Unified Partners '26, Jan 14-17, 2026, at the Soldier Center on General Silvestras Žukauskas Training Area, Pabradė, Lithuania. Unified Partners '26 continued to strengthen the enduring partnership between the U.S. and Lithuania, reaffirming a shared commitment to collective defense, regional security, and the strength of the NATO Alliance.

CSM Daarius Jackson speaks about Physical Readiness and Lethality

Jan. 15, 2026 | 0:53

Command Sgt. Maj. Daarius Jackson, senior enlisted leader of Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division, speaks about the importance of maintaining strong physical fitness during morning physical training. Physical readiness supports a Soldier’s overall readiness and lethality, enabling them to perform effectively in demanding mission environments. The 3rd Infantry Division is deployed to Poland and other Eastern European countries in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve to enhance training and strengthen interoperability with NATO allies.

SETAF-AF stands up Advanced Capabilities Directorate to drive innovation, data, decision dominance

U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa launched its Advanced Capabilities Directorate, signaling a strategic leap in integrating innovation, data and rapid procurement to enhance modern warfighting, Jan. 5, 2026.

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Overseas Housing Allowance Utilities Survey – Your input affects your housing rates

The Annual Overseas Housing Allowance survey will be active from 1 January 2025 to 31 March 2026. All Service members receiving OHA, except those sharing rent, are encouraged to participate.
Results directly impact the amount of housing allowance each service member receives, as the overseas housing allowance is a cost-reimbursement based allowance.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Today we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by recommitting ourselves to service, unity, and the shared responsibility of strengthening our nation. His belief that progress is driven by those willing to serve others continues to guide efforts to support our communities and move the country forward together.

Staff Sgt. Discusses Law Enforcement Readiness in Latvia

Jan. 15, 2026 | 5:43

Staff Sgt. Tyler Pirie, 327th Military Police Battalion, discusses what Soldiers undergo when completing the Army's Law Enforcement Weapons Training and Qualifications in Adazi, Latvia, on Jan. 13, 2026. The U.S. Army’s Law Enforcement Weapons Training and Qualifications assessed Soldiers’ ability to maintain weapons proficiency and accuracy during scenarios they may encounter throughout their military careers, ensuring readiness to support fellow NATO allied military police during law enforcement operations.

1st Lt. Discusses Innovation and Drone Integration During Operation Winter Falcon 26

Jan. 15, 2026 | 6:24

1st Lt. Ethan Moore, all-source intelligence officer with 2nd Cavalry Regiment, discusses multinational armored live-fire training conducted during Operation Winter Falcon 26 at the Drawsko Combat Training Center, Poland, Jan. 13, 2026. Moore explains how U.S. and Polish forces integrated emerging technologies, including unmanned aerial systems, to enhance battlefield awareness, improve targeting, and increase interoperability during combined Abrams tank operations. The training showcased innovation through the integration of drones with armored maneuver, reinforcing NATO’s collective defense and multinational readiness on the Alliance’s eastern flank.

JMRC Trains World-Class OC/Ts

The Joint Multinational Readiness Center (JMRC) has been training its Observer, Controller/Trainers (OC/T) in new technologies to keep its world-class training ready for the future fight.
The OC/Ts from the nine "critter" teams are being trained in evolving tasks and technologies such as Maven, electronic warfare (EW), unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), and integrated tactical network (ITN).

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1st Cavalry Division Conducts Bradley Gunnery in Lithuania

Jan. 13, 2026 | 0:32

Sgt. 1st Class Tyler Lewis, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, speaks on unit's training and warfighting readiness during a Bradley Fighting Vehicle gunnery, Jan. 12, 2026, on General Silvestras Žukauskas Training Area, Pabradė, Lithuania.

This is USAREUR-AF December 25

Dec. 18, 2025 | 0:59

This is USAREUR-AF is a monthly series that highlights the efforts in the area of operations. This episode highlights the USAREUR-AF Best Drone Warfighter Competition, the first ever NATO drone competition; 1st Infantry Division’s partner force training in Bulgaria; and 21st Theater Sustainment Command’s Norwegian Badge test.

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.

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.

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

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