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Skip next section German brigade holds first drill in Lithuania06/10/2026June 10, 2026German brigade holds first drill in LithuaniaGermany has set up the tank brigade in response to what it sees as a Russian threatImage: Kay Nietfeld/dpa/picture allianceGermany's new tank brigade in Lithuania has carried out its first combat exercise in the Baltic state.
Commander Christoph Huber said the drill in Pabrade marked a key step toward combat readiness.
Huber said the unit is learning from developments in Ukraine and must prepare for future conflict scenarios, not past wars.
Germany has set up the brigade in response to what it sees as a growing threat from Russia. The unit is due to reach full strength of about 4,800 soldiers and 200 civilian staff by 2027. Lithuania borders Russia's ally Be...