Finland will receive about 6,500 soldiers for military training designed to enhance defense capabilities.
Exercise, Northern Strike 125 and Norther Star 25, target Development of cooperation and military capabilities In northern Finland with NATO allies, according to the Finnish army.
Exercises focus on developing the ability to plan and perform multinational lands in the northern regions, as well as improve the joint use of fire, leadership, recognition and awareness of the situation by allies.
“This exercise complex is a logical continuation of the previous years exercises to develop skills with our allies,” said Litanant Colonel Gokka Fuerisalem, General Manager.
About 900 Swedish soldiers and 350 British soldiers join the Finnish forces. The British unit will carry APache martial helicopters and MLRS battery.
“The British combat helicopter and MLRS battery provides a major contribution to developing the planning and implementation of joint fires,” said Vuorisalimi.
The northern star will include 25 combat exercises with the help of simulation. Jayger’s pedestrian exercise will also be part of the training schedule.
The Finnish Air Force will support air operations during the fighting phase, from 16 to 30 May 2025. drones will also be used and movement restrictions will be carried out in space.