Jordanian Armed Forces Participate in Ready Lion 2026 Exercise in the United States
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The Jordanian Armed Forces – Arab Army are participating in the Ready Lion 2026 exercise, which started today, Tuesday, in the American state of Colorado, in cooperation with the US Central Command, within the framework of military cooperation and coordination between the two countries.
The Jordanian military attaché in the United States emphasized the importance of the Jordanian Armed Forces' participation in the exercise, as it contributes to enhancing military cooperation with the US Armed Forces, developing operational capabilities, raising readiness levels, and exchanging experiences through joint training and planning, thereby enhancing the ability to implement joint operations efficiently and effectively.
For his part, the Deputy Director of Plans and Policies at the US Central Command pointed out that conducting the exercise within a complex operational environment reflects the level of cooperation and coordination among the participating forces, noting the importance of the Jordanian-American military partnership in supporting regional security and stability, and developing joint work capabilities and dealing with various challenges and threats.
The exercise lasts for two weeks and includes a set of joint training and activities in the fields of counter-terrorism, air defense, maritime security, cyber security, and response to disasters and crises, with the aim of raising the level of readiness and operational efficiency, enhancing coordination and integration, and developing planning and response skills among the participating forces.
Ready Lion 2026 is the twelfth edition of the exercise and is an extension of the joint training programs between the Jordanian Armed Forces and the US Central Command, contributing to the exchange of experiences and enhancing the ability to implement joint tasks and operations.
