On Friday, October 4, 2024, the Swedish company Saab Defense and Security announced that on October 1 it received a second order from the Lithuanian Ministry of Defense for the supply of the MSHORAD (Mobile Short Range Air Defense) mobile short-range air defense system.
The 3rd Infantry Company "Algirdo" Battalion of "Iron Wolf" Mechanised Infantry Brigade (Mechanizuotoji pėstininkų brigada "Geležinis Vilkas") conducted methodical exercises for instructors of MDV units on the topic "Cleaning of trenches". Instructors are currently preparing for the planned training of Ukrainian soldiers in the UK
Proving smooth interoperability between Lithuanian Air Force and Standing NATO Mine CounterMeasures Group 1 (SNMCMG1). The Lithuanian Helicopter conducted deck landing exercises succesfully on flagship FGS Werra last week, showcasing precision in confined maritime spaces. The helicopter crew performed personnel winching operations, demonstrating their ability to rapidly deploy or extract individuals in high-risk scenarios.
These exercises are vital for ensuring cooperation between allied forces during joint missions. Training in such real-world conditions improves response times, coordination, and readiness for rescue or combat operations at sea.
On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, the Lithuanian Ministry of Defense announced that the seventh batch of Oshkosh JLTV (Joint Light Tactical Vehicle)/L-ATV (Light Combat Tactical All-Terrain Vehicle) multi-role armored vehicles, consisting of 50 units, has arrived in the country. These join more than 385 previously received out of a total of 500 ordered in the United States. Thus, it will be the largest export user of these vehicles in the world.
Exercise „Vieninga Dvasia 25“ (Engl. Allied Spirit 25), the 1st and 2nd Infantry Company, "Algirdo" Battalion of "Iron Wolf" Mechanised Infantry Brigade (Mechanizuotoji pėstininkų brigada "Geležinis Vilkas"), Lithuania, January 2025
Exercise „Vieninga Dvasia 25“ (Engl. Allied Spirit 25), the 1st and 2nd Infantry Company, "Algirdo" Battalion of "Iron Wolf" Mechanised Infantry Brigade (Mechanizuotoji pėstininkų brigada "Geležinis Vilkas"), Lithuania, January 2025
PzH2000 crews from Artillery Battalion of "Iron Wolf" Mechanised Infantry Brigade (Mechanizuotoji pėstininkų brigada "Geležinis Vilkas"), Lithuania, February 2025
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