Soldiers with U.S. Special Operations Command Europe parachute from CH-47 Chinook helicopters at Malmsheim Drop Zone during an airborne exercise in Renningen, Germany, March 18, 2026. The jump strengthened the combat readiness and lethal capability of U.S. forces and built their ability to operate across the European theater. These Soldiers remain ready to eliminate any threat to U.S. interests, partners and allies, and this airborne jump reflects continued investment in people by developing capable warfighters who operate as a cohesive team. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Spc. Skylin Simpson)
NORWAY – U.S. Special Operations Forces and NATO Allies will unite in the High North for Exercise Adamant Serpent 26 on 12-29 October. Conducted since 2021 and led by U.S. Special Operations Command Europe, this annual exercise is designed to enhance readiness and interoperability with Allied special operations forces.
This year’s exercise will focus on U.S. SOF and NATO Allies applying modern tactical warfighting techniques...
