Mojave desert: South Korean and U.S. Army troops carried out joint drills in the Mojave Desert, California, earlier this month to enhance their combat capabilities and interoperability. The South Korean Army announced Tuesday that this training is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen military cooperation between the two nations.
According to Yonhap News Agency, around 120 personnel, primarily from the 5th Armored Brigade, participated in the exercise at the U.S. National Training Center (NTC) from March 4 to 15. The troops underwent a two-month training program prior to their deployment and conducted terrain reconnaissance and tactical discussions with their U.S. counterparts before engaging in combat training.
The drills aimed to improve counter-drone response capabilities to align with evolving trends in modern warfare. Additionally, the training familiarized troops with command and control procedures under harsh climate conditions and nighttime operations.
Initiated in 2014, these drills represent the 10th combined exercise at the U.S. training facility, which covers 2,400 square kilometers and is recognized for its challenging desert environment.