CBRNE training near Alexandroupoli kicks off [Image 5 of 5]

ALEXANDROUPOLIS, GREECE

06.02.2025

Photo by Sgt. Ana Ortega 

U.S. Army Europe and Africa     

Spanish Army chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, explosive (CBRN) soldiers discuss courses of action during a CBRN training scenario as part of Immediate Response 25 near Alexandroupolis, Greece, June 2, 2025. Tasked with neutralizing threats in a chemically contaminated zone, the team collaborates to develop a tactical entry plan balancing speed, safety, and mission success in a high-risk environment.
Demonstrating global deterrence and the U.S. Army’s ability to rapidly deploy U.S.-based combat power in Europe and the Arctic region alongside Allies and partners, DEFENDER 25 brings U.S. troops together with forces from 29 Allied and partner nations to build readiness through large-scale combat training from May 11-June 24, 2025. DEFENDER 25 increases the lethality of the NATO alliance through large-scale tactical training maneuvers and long-range fires, builds unit readiness in a complex joint, multinational environment and leverages host nation capabilities to increase the U.S. Army’s operational reach. During three large-scale combat training exercises—Swift Response, Immediate Response, and Saber Guardian—Ally and partner forces integrate and expand multi-domain operations capability, demonstrating combined command and control structures and readiness to respond to crisis and conflict. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Ana Ortega)

• Date Taken: 06.02.2025
• Date Posted: 06.04.2025 14:04
• Photo ID: 9083816
• VIRIN: 250602-Z-YH692-1018
• Resolution: 4480x4480
• Size: 1.87 MB
• Location: ALEXANDROUPOLIS, GR