Türkiye joins largest NATO Hungarian military drill in 30 years.

According to Daily Sabah on November 17, 2023, Türkiye participated in the joint NATO military exercise, Adaptive Hussars-2023, held in eastern Hungary from November 6 to 17. The exercise involved Hungary, Italy, Croatia, and the United States, making it a significant event for Hungary as it marked the largest military exercise conducted in the country in the past 30 years.
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During the Adaptive Hussars-2023 exercise, the Turkish Armed Forces took part in airborne maneuvers and water-crossing exercises. (Picture source: Türkiye MoD)

Insights into Türkiye's involvement were provided by the Turkish National Defense Ministry, highlighting the role of the Turkish Armed Forces in key phases of the exercise. This included participation in water passage exercises in Tiszaroff and airborne maneuvers in Nyiregyhaza, showcasing the diverse capabilities of the Turkish military.

The Adaptive Hussars-2023 exercise simulated a hypothetical situation threatening Hungary's security, with dual objectives: strengthening Hungary's defense capabilities and evaluating the effectiveness of coordination between civil administration and the military in troop movements and logistics.

Approximately 5,000 Hungarian troops, including 500 reservists, actively participated in the Adaptive Hussars-23 international military exercise. Hungarian Defense Minister Kristof Szalay-Bobrovniczky highlighted the ongoing threats in Europe, underscoring the importance of a well-trained defense force for maintaining peace and security in the country.

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán personally observed elements of the exercise, including a bridge-building demonstration at Tiszaroff and a parachute jump exercise involving Italian and Hungarian paratroopers in Nyíregyháza.

Chief of the Hungarian Defence Forces General Staff, Lt General Gábor Böröndi, pointed out the comprehensive nature of the exercise, involving land, air, and maritime forces. He stressed that the exercise serves as a thorough test of the Hungarian Defence Forces' readiness across multiple domains.