Druzhba-VII: Pakistan, Russia Special Forces Conclude Intensive Counterterrorism Drills
— October 25, 2024
RAWALPINDI (AIA) The Pakistan-Russia joint counterterrorism exercise, Druzhba-VII, held at the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) in Pabbi, concluded on Friday after two weeks of intensive drills and tactical training.
According to an Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) news release, the exercise, which began on October 13, involved special forces from the Pakistan Army alongside 54 ranks from the Russian Army.
Lieutenant General Fayyaz Hussain Shah, Inspector General Training & Evaluation (IGT&E), was the chief guest at the closing ceremony. Russian Ambassador Albert P. Khorev was also present.
Both forces showcased exceptional professionalism throughout the exercise, which focused on enhancing counterterrorism tactics, refining joint operational drills, and strengthening the historic military cooperation between Pakistan and Russia.