Amman: The joint military exercise Sword 25 commenced on Sunday, involving the 81st Rapid Intervention Battalion, which is part of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Rapid Intervention Brigade, in partnership with a unit from the UK’s 16th Air Assault Brigade.
According to Jordan News Agency, this four-week drill is designed to enhance the participants’ skills in joint planning, coordination, and rapid response to emergencies. It also aims to improve decision-making abilities under various conditions and challenges.
The training regimen includes joint operations such as planning procedures, intelligence gathering, urban and desert combat, and air assault operations. Participants will engage in live-fire exercises utilizing various weapons systems and support arms. Additionally, the program incorporates desert survival and tactical skills training.
This exercise is a component of the Jordan Armed Forces’ broader training strategy. It is conducted in collaboration with allied and friendly armies to exchange expertise, bolster combat readiness, and strengthen operational capabilities across different environments.