The Egyptian armed forces have announced the conclusion of a joint military exercise with Pakistan focused on counterterrorism and what were described as “unconventional threats”, as defence ties between the two countries deepen.
In a statement released on Thursday, the Egyptian military said the exercise, dubbed “Thunder 2”, was conducted over several days at special forces training facilities in Pakistan. The drills involved Egyptian paratrooper units alongside Pakistani special forces.
The training forms part of broader military cooperation efforts between Egypt and Pakistan, aimed at enhancing operational coordination and boosting combat readiness through joint exercises with allied and partner nations.
According to the statement, the programme combined theoretical and field-based components designed to standardise operational concepts, facilitate the exchange of expertise, and strengthen the ability of participating forces to operate jointly under varying conditions.
The final phase included practical exercises centred on counterterrorism operations and responses to unconventional threats, reflecting evolving security challenges faced by both countries.
The drills come amid closer diplomatic engagement between Cairo and Islamabad, as regional tensions persist following the recent conflict involving Iran and a subsequent ceasefire, alongside ongoing efforts to revive negotiations.
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