TIRANA, November 7/ATA/ About 220 special forces, not only from Albania, but also from 7 countries in the region, have gathered in Biza for the second week of exercises at the level of Special Forces.
During the “Strong Balkan-23” exercise, which takes place for the first time in Albania, there are tested the personal and group skills of the Armed Forces, both on the ground and in the air.
There were parachute jumps, including members of the Albanian special forces, who jumped from helicopter from a considerable height of 1524 meters.
Meanwhile, the soldiers were trained in explosions with explosives and sniper shooting from a distance of 1000 meters.
The “Strong Balkan 23” exercise takes place for the first time in Albania. Special Forces from 8 Balkan countries participate in this exercise. From this training, the Special Forces simultaneously benefit an increase in professional level, tactical, operational and strategic training, to face the complex challenges presented by today’s security environment. /p.s./
