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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.

Survival to Service: 1SG Nang Cash

March 24, 2026 | 1:37

U.S. Army Reserve 1st. Sgt. Nang Cash is the 7th Mission Support Comand’s headquarters and headquarters company 1st sgt. and an active guard reserve Soldier stationed at Daenner Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, Germany. Cash reflects on why she serves, what leadership means, and the Soldiers who inspire her every day, in this 1:37 video feature story with titles and music.

SETAF-AF prepares for U.S. Army Best Medic Competition with Ghanaian, Liberian, Italian Medical Forces

March 20, 2026 | 0:22

U.S. Army, Armed Forces of Liberia, Ghana Armed Forces, and Italian Armed Forces medics train on the M4 carbine during a weapons familiarization course led by U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) at Caserma Del Din, Vicenza, Italy, Jan. 7, 2026. This training allows U.S. military medics to share best practices and gain insights in preparation for the U.S. Army Best Medic Competition by working alongside medical experts from the Armed Forces of Liberia, Ghana Armed Forces, and Italian Armed Forces.

Spur Ride Pushes Cavalry Troopers to the Limit in Lithuania

March 23, 2026 | 0:51

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment endure a spur ride at Camp Herkus, Pabradė Training Area, Lithuania, March 21–22, 2026. The video captures troopers pushing through physically and mentally demanding lanes with little rest, testing their endurance, grit and ability to operate under sustained stress. From obstacle breaches to team-based challenges, Soldiers are pushed beyond their comfort zone in pursuit of earning their Cavalry spurs. The spur ride is a time-honored tradition that builds disciplined, resilient troopers and reinforces the legacy of the Cavalry.

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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