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The Indian Army contingent comprising 25 personnel reached Egypt to take part in the 2nd edition of a joint exercise called Cyclone between special forces of India and Egypt..
The exercise is aimed to acquaint both sides with each others operating procedures in the backdrop of special operations in desert/semi-desert terrain under chapter VII of the United Nations Charter...
The Indian contingent is being represented by troops from the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces) and the Egyptian contingent comprising 25 personnel is being represented by the Egyptian Commando Squadron and the Egyptian Airborne Platoon, the statement said.. Related Articles..
Exercise Cyclone is designed to develop bilateral military cooperation and strengthen the bond between two armies through the conduct of discussions and rehearsal of tactical military drills...
