Balkans tests military readiness, Albanian special forces train in Greece

2026-11-07 16:55:07Kosova&Bota SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

Balkans tests military readiness, Albanian special forces train in Greece

Albanian special forces have participated in the multinational exercise "BALKAN SHIELD 26", held in the Litochoro area, Greece, along with military units from seven other Balkan countries.

According to the official announcement of the General Staff of the National Defense of Greece, the exercise took place from October 31 to November 6, 2026, with the participation of Albania, Greece, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Romania and Serbia.

The program included various operational scenarios, from live ammunition firing and urban combat, to airstrike operations and the use of unmanned systems.

Special attention was paid to the use of FPV drones to strike simulated targets, as part of the adaptation of special forces to modern combat technologies and tactics.

According to reports, the military also conducted sniper training, rapid descents from helicopters with ropes, parachute jumps, and first aid in combat conditions.

The exercise was designed by the Greek Special Warfare Command and was conducted under the responsibility of the 1st Infantry Division, with the involvement of military personnel from participating countries.

The joint headquarters drafted mission plans, while air support was provided by the Greek Air Force and Army Aviation.

On November 6, at the Litochoro training ground, a day of high-ranking visitors was also held, attended by the commander of the Special Warfare Command, Lieutenant General Konstantinos Gakis.

The Greek General Staff emphasized that the main objective of the exercise was to develop and strengthen cooperation between the special operations forces of the participating countries.

The organization of "BALKAN SHIELD 26" in Greece was presented by the Greek military authorities as a contribution to strengthening regional cooperation in the field of defense, security and stability in the Balkans.


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