Pakistan, Russia special forces begin joint exercises in Russia

RAWALPINDI: Two week-long joint exercises between the special forces of Pakistan and Russia armies started on Monday in Minralney Vody, Russia, according to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR).

The Pakistan military’s media wing said the opening ceremony of the exercise was attended by senior military officials of special forces of both the countries. The exercise will focus on counter-terrorism operations, hostage, and rescue, cordon and search operations, it added.

The joint exercise will enhance and further strengthen military ties between the two countries and share Army’s experience in the war against terrorism.