Russian forces arrive in Pakistan for fifth joint military drill
- By Web Desk -
- Nov 05, 2020
RAWALPINDI: Russian Federation Special Forces contingent arrived in Pakistan today to participate in Pak-Russia Joint Training Exercise ‘DRUZHBA -IV,’ said Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement.
According to the ISPR, the exercise is aimed at sharing both armies’ experiences in the counterterrorism domain. Sky diving & hostage rescue operations will be highlights of the exercise.
#Russian Federation Special Forces’ contingent arrived in Pakistan for 2 weeks long joint exercise DRUZHBA 5. The exercise is aimed at sharing both armies experiences in counter terrorism domain. Sky diving & hostage rescue operations will be highlights of exercise #DRUZHBA. pic.twitter.com/XUeO5XCgRt
— DG ISPR (@OfficialDGISPR) November 5, 2020
The joint military exercise will continue for two weeks.
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It may be noted that joint Russian-Pakistani military drills have been held annually since 2016 alternately in each of the countries.