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The troops mobilized more than 350 vehicles and traveled more than 150 kilometers to Lithuania. Halfway through, according to the plot, new supplies had been stocked. After equipping with ammunition, fuel, food and water, the army continued to move forward.

Not only did NATO forces hone their tactical and operational skills during Iron Wolf. They also strengthened interoperability and cooperation between different nations. Because at the end of the day, the alliance must exist.

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The Netherlands has been contributing to increasing Lithuania’s influence since 2017 (Enhanced forward presence) of NATO. The Ministry of Defense currently provides 270 to 300 soldiers. The presence of international troops in Lithuania demonstrates NATO’s readiness and solidarity with the Lithuanian people.

Red Sea

Ms. Zr. Karel Dolman treats a wounded person on board for the first time during a mission in the Red Sea. The incident involved personnel on board a merchant ship that was hit by two missiles in the Gulf of Aden. The victims arrived in Djibouti last Saturday for further treatment.

Asia

Zr. Ms. Trop concluded his last port visit in Asia. The warship left Nagasaki last Friday. Detropp is now preparing for the next stage of its world tour. Pacific ShooterThe ship will participate in Rim of the Pacific Around Hawaii. This is the largest naval exercise in the world.

Training Ukrainian soldiers

• In Operation Interflex, Dutch trainers provide basic training to Ukrainian recruits in the UK. This happens on a large scale. Ukrainian soldiers receive courses in tactical operations, shooting, weapons knowledge and explosive ordnance disposal. After a five-week process, they head to the front lines.
• Eleven Dutch F-16 fighters are in service at the F-16 training center in Romania. These aircraft are intended for training Ukrainian and Romanian pilots.
• Around 150 soldiers from the Airmobile Brigade are training Ukrainian forces in Germany. This is done under the banner of the European Training Mission EUMAM. Weapons operations, operations in urbanized areas, and command and control are central. The Ministry of Defense provides 1 EUMAM officer to the Brussels headquarters. Six soldiers are also serving at the Special Training Command in Strausberg, Germany, and the Special Training Command in Zagan, Poland. The officer is based at the Combined Arms Training Command.
• The Netherlands has also provided several soldiers to the US-led Security Assistance Group-Ukraine (SAG-U) headquarters and the International Donor Coordination Centre (IDCC) in Wiesbaden, Germany. This involves cooperation with the advanced logistics work site in Rzeszów, Poland, where several Dutch soldiers are also working.

Defending the NATO Treaty Area

The Armed Forces provide ships, ground forces and aircraft for the primary mission of national defense: the joint defense of the NATO Treaty Area.

Ongoing overseas business:

• In Iraq, Assad’s helicopter detachment can accommodate up to 120 people Air base The Air Force Task Force supports NATO’s mission in Iraq (NMI) and the fight against the Islamic State. Operation Inherent Determination (Oyler). Chinook helicopters are used to resupply and transport advisors, troops and equipment.
• In addition, in Iraq, the 11th Aviation Brigade, with a maximum of 145 troops, is responsible for co-operating with Spain Armed protection NMI. The company protects military and civilian advisers in and around Baghdad. NMI aims to strengthen security and stability in Iraq and reduce the threat of terrorism. This is achieved by training, advising and assisting the defence and security sectors. The staff includes 5 Dutch soldiers and 5 Ministry of Foreign Affairs employees who act as advisers.
• In Erbil, Iraq, five Dutch soldiers are still serving as advisers to Kurdish forces fighting ISIS. They are part of OIR. Three staff officers have been assigned to the mission headquarters: one in Kuwait and two in Baghdad. National Support Force Supporting the Dutch contribution in Baghdad, Erbil and Assad Air base.
• NMI is led by a Dutch commander. In addition to five military advisers, there are more than 10 Dutch staff officers working at NMI headquarters.
• In the Middle East, 10 Dutch soldiers have been serving as observers on the borders between Israel and Lebanon and between Israel and Syria for some time. United Nations Truce Supervision Organization (UNTSO). UNTSO has two more soldiers stationed at its headquarters in Jerusalem. United Nations Interim Force The headquarters of the United Nations Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) is located in Naqoura, Lebanon.
• Six Dutch nationals involved in Jerusalem and Ramallah incidents U.S. Security Coordinator (United States Marine Corps). This involves 2 civilians and 2 soldiers. The mission focuses on the professionalization of the Palestinian security sector. The USSC seeks to contribute to the viability of a stable Palestinian state. The United States is responsible for coordinating this mission.
• In the Red Sea HNLMS. Karel Dorman was deployed to participate in Operation ASPIDES. The purpose of this was to promote security and free passage in the region. The Red Sea is a vital route between the Suez Canal and the Indian Ocean. Houthi rebels have been battling merchant ships with missiles and drones. The Karel Dorman provided fuel to the international military flotilla that accompanied these ships. The logistical support ship also provided medical capabilities. The Department of Defense also sent 2 staff officers to the US-led operation Prosperity Guardian. It has the same uses as Aspid.
• A company of around 150 marines contributes to the EUFOR Althea mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The unit has a variety of tasks: from patrolling toCrowd and riot control‘ and provide support as a rapid reaction unit anywhere in the country. Six Dutch staff officers and an BroadCast Unitedligence team are also working in the country. They contribute to the proper management of the mission at EUFOR Althea headquarters.
• The Air Force has deployed three Dutch MQ-9 Reapers in Romania to collect information on the eastern flank of the NATO zone. About 40 soldiers with MQ-9 are stationed at a military base in the Romanian city of Luna. They are responsible for the maintenance and monitoring of unmanned equipment and the necessary connections. Flying the aircraft and processing the collected information is carried out at the Leeuwarden Air Base. About 100 soldiers are still involved.
• Belgian and Dutch conductors European Maritime Awareness exist Strait of Hormuz (EMASoH). The mission focuses on easing tensions in the Gulf. By providing visibility into what is happening, the operation also facilitates safe passage for civilian vessels.
• Dutch soldiers also contribute to various headquarters and forward duty posts. Uniformed personnel are assigned separately to Rota, Spain.EU Naval Forces), Bahrain (Combined Maritime Forces), Kosovo (EU Rule of Law Mission Kosovo) and Qatar (Firm determination to act).

Domestic Business/Operations:

• The Defence Explosive Ordnance Disposal Agency destroyed 43 explosive items located throughout the country.
• Dutch airspace is monitored 24/7 by the air operations control station Nieuw Milligen. Dutch and Belgian fighter jets are used alternately to protect the entire Benelux. Currently this task is undertaken by Belgium.
• Due to the conflict between Hamas and Israel, an Air Force contingent is on standby in the Netherlands to provide humanitarian assistance or a possible evacuation. This also applies to troops from the Marine Corps and the Air Mobile Brigade.
• The defense helps host Ukrainian and Afghan refugees, asylum seekers from other countries. This happens at Zeist in Ede and Legerplaats Harskamp.