NATO begins nuclear deterrence exercise in Europe
Dozens of aircraft of The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) countries took part in the military alliance's annual 'Steadfast Noon' nuclear deterrence training exercise in northwestern Europe.
#NATO exercise #SteadfastNoon is a routine annual training activity. It involves 14 nation's and more than 60 aircraft of various types_ NATO Air Command said Tuesday.
Tanker aircraft and fourth and fifth-generation fighter jets are also taking part in the exercise_ which began on October 17 and runs until Oct. 30.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said on October 13 that the long-planned routine exercise ensures that the alliance's nuclear capabilities remain safe_ secure and effective.
'Deterrence is the way to prevent any attack on a NATO ally and to preserve peace_' Stoltenberg added.
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