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The Global Eagle Exercise, a multinational military training event, took place in Florida from November 12 to 15, 2024. It involved air force units from the United States, the United Kingdom, and Norway. The exercise aimed to enhance interoperability and readiness among the participating forces.
The exercise is significant due to its timing amidst geopolitical tensions in Europe. With Russia's ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Norway has emerged as a crucial energy supplier for Europe, replacing Russia as a primary source of natural gas. This situation underscores the need for robust security measures to protect critical energy infrastructure.
"The core mission of base defense squadrons is to defend an airfield from its original seizure to the arrival of follow-on forces," stated the US Air Force. During the exercise, participants engaged in various training activities including counter-improvised explosive device procedures and tactical combat casualty care.
