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USAREUR-AF Best Squad Competition Day 2

July 31, 2026 | 1:08

Day Two of the 2026 USAREUR-AF Best Squad Competition at Grafenwoehr, Germany, July 31, 2026. Squads pushed through the Iron Traverse, an M4 stress shoot, the obstacle course, and the Iron Squad Challenge, with scores from the previous night's land navigation event also factored in as part of Day Two standings. The event tests the squad's effectiveness, communication, and overall cohesion, as well as the individual Soldiers' technical and tactical proficiency, endurance, and fortitude. This competitive training event exercises a full range of Squad-Level Skills, highlighting professional excellence and knowledge to determine the command's top teams. Winners of this competition will advance to represent U.S. Army Europe and Africa at the Army Best Squad Competition.

USAREUR-AF Best Squad Competition Day 1

July 30, 2026 | 1:08

Day One standings for the 2026 USAREUR-AF Best Squad Competition, Grafenwoehr, Germany, July 30, 2026. Twelve squads are ranked following the Army Combat Fitness Test and weapons qualification on the M17 pistol, M4 carbine, and M240B machine gun. The event tests the squad's effectiveness, communication, and overall cohesion, as well as the individual Soldiers' technical and tactical proficiency, endurance, and fortitude. This competitive training event exercises a full range of Squad-Level Skills; highlighting professional excellence and knowledge to determine the command's top teams. Winners of this competition will advance to represent U.S. Army Europe and Africa at the Army Best Squad Competition.

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USAREUR-AF Best Squad Competitors In-Process at Grafenwoehr

July 29, 2026 | 0:30

Soldiers with U.S. Army Europe and Africa arrive, in-process, and receive their initial briefing ahead of the 2026 Best Squad Competition at Grafenwoehr, Germany, July 29, 2026. Competitors from across the command's major subordinate units complete layout and equipment checks before receiving mission guidance from competition leadership. The event tests the squad's effectiveness, communication, and overall cohesion, as well as the individual Soldiers' technical and tactical proficiency, endurance, and fortitude. This competitive training event exercises a full range of Squad-Level Skills; highlighting professional excellence and knowledge to determine the command's top teams. Winners of this competition will advance to represent U.S. Army Europe and Africa at the Army Best Squad Competition.

Military police bring a piece of the U.S. Army to Kaunas

July 27, 2026 | 1:17

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 603rd Military Police Company, 109th Military Police Battalion, host a static display at the Kaunas air show in Kaunas, Lithuania, July 25, 2026. As the only U.S. military unit at the event, the Soldiers displayed a Mine-Resistant Ambush-Protected All-Terrain Vehicle mounted with an M2 .50-caliber machine gun, let attendees try on helmets and demonstrated equipment for the Lithuanian public. The Soldiers are currently stationed at Pabradė Training Area, where its Soldiers conduct military police operations in support of V Corps and NATO allies in the Baltic region.

MDC-E Soldiers launch Micro-High Altitude Balloons in Poland

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to Multi-Domain Command – Europe will conduct a Micro High-Altitude Balloon (Micro-HAB) training event in Poland in July 2026, supporting deterrence and readiness along NATO's eastern flank.

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AFN Bavaria - Vision to Victory - DIRT Lab Drives Soldier Innovation

July 24, 2026 | 1:00

U.S. Army Maj. Benjie Hall (Ret.), an innovation engineer with the Civil Military Innovation Institute, discusses the Design, Innovation, Research and Testing (DIRT) Lab’s mission to empower Soldier-led innovation at Grafenwoehr, Germany, July 10, 2026. The DIRT Lab provides Soldiers with funding, expertise and equipment, including 3D printing, metalworking and electronics, to rapidly develop, test and refine solutions to tactical challenges. The initiative accelerates innovation from the tactical level to improve Army readiness and capabilities across the force.

Battle of Tanks 2026: U.S. and NATO Display Readiness in Orzysz

July 27, 2026 | 1:00

U.S. Army Soldiers from the 37th Armored Regiment, alongside soldiers of the Romanian Land Forces and Croatian Armed Forces, assigned to the NATO Forward Land Forces Battle Group-Poland, with Polish Armed Forces soldiers and vehicles, display readiness at the Battle of Tanks static display event at Orzysz, Poland, July 25, 2026. The event showcased modern military vehicles, impressive displays, and maneuvers while providing the opportunity for children and adults alike to see the inside of the equipment.

AFN Europe Report - July 24, 2016

July 24, 2026 | 2:00

In this AFN Europe Report:
Minnesota National Guardsmen joined the Croatian Armed Forces along with eight Allied and partner nations, to conduct Exercise Combat Power across Croatia.
Military chaplains and religious affairs personnel from the U.S. and 10 African nations gathered for the West Africa Religious Affairs Symposium, or WARAS, in Accra, Ghana.

United Kingdom's Royal Military Academy Sandhurst Conduct Live Fire Training Exercise in Grafenwoehr

July 14, 2026 | 1:21

Officer cadets from the United Kingdom's Royal Military Academy Sandhurst conduct live-fire training during an exercise in the 7th Army Training Command’s Grafenwoehr Training Area, Grafenwoehr, Germany, July 8, 2026. This exercise is the final pre-deployment training event before the academy conducts field training at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center in the Hohenfels Training Area.

SETAF-AF showcases mission readiness

July 13, 2026 | 1:00

U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF), headquartered at Caserma Del Din, Vicenza, Italy, showcases its mission, people and partnerships across Europe and Africa-highlighting how the command conducts operations to strengthen security cooperation and enhance readiness in support of U.S. Africa Command and U.S. Army Europe and Africa mission objectives.

AFN Europe Report - Freedom 250 Events

July 17, 2026 | 2:00

U.S. service members joined NATO Allies and host nation communities across Europe to celebrate America's anniversary of independence during Freedom 250 events.

Freedom 250: U.S. Tri-Mission Hosts America’s Semiquincentennial in Brussels

July 8, 2026 | 0:59

The U.S. Tri-Mission in Belgium hosted "Freedom 250" at Parc du Cinquantenaire in Brussels on June 28, 2026, marking the 250th anniversary of American independence. More than 8,000 guests, including U.S. service members, allied military personnel, and senior European Union, NATO, and Belgian leadership, gathered to honor the historic milestone and reinforce transatlantic unity. The event kicked off with an outdoor festival featuring a wide array of activities, local food vendors and live music from several bands, such as the U.S. Army Europe and Africa Band and Chorus. The celebration culminated in headlining performances by the Zac Brown Band and Alexis Wilkins alongside a ceremonial military flyover and a fireworks display.

USAG Poland Celebrates Freedom 250 With the City of Poznan

July 14, 2026 | 1:00

U.S. Army Garrison (USAG) Poland celebrates Freedom 250 with the city of Poznan in Poznan, Poland, July 3, 2026. Freedom 250 is USAG Poland's flagship Independence Day event, celebrating America's birth, the Army's new home in Poland, and friendship with the city of Poznan.

Freedom 250 - Independence Day concert in Võru, Estonia

July 7, 2026 | 1:18

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 1st Infantry Division Band perform rock music for spectators during the South-Estonia Rally in Võru, Estonia, July 4, 2026. The performance brought together community members and visitors, highlighting the enduring partnership between the United States and Estonia through the universal language of music.

Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative

May 8, 2026 | 3:56

The Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative is a NATO-led effort supported by U.S. Army Europe and Africa to strengthen defense and readiness across NATO’s eastern flank. The initiative focuses on improving coordination between Allies, increasing combat readiness, and integrating new technologies to deter aggression and defend the region.

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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 Europe and Africa Command Video 2025

Aug. 15, 2025 | 3:28

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