Armenian Defense Minister Suren Papikyan, together with high-ranking military personnel, as well as foreign diplomats and military attaches and representatives accredited in Armenia, on Tuesday observed the course of the Eagle Partner 2026 military exercise at the Zar Training Center, which is being held as part of preparations for participation in international peacekeeping missions.

The exercise involves servicepersons from the Armenian Armed Forces Peacekeeping Brigade, the Kansas National Guard, as well as the French and Greek armed forces.

The invitees watched the practical phase of the exercise, got acquainted with the exercises being conducted and the actions of the units involved in the preparation for international peacekeeping missions.

Then, the exercise leadership presented the work done, training goals, and recorded results to Defense Minister Suren Papikyan and the guests.

Within the framework of the Eagle Partner 2026 military exercise, special attention was paid to improving the professional skills required during international peacekeeping missions, increasing the interoperability of units, and developing the ability to respond quickly and effectively in various situations.