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Sky soldiers – paratroopers of NATO What does it take to jump from 1,250 feet and fight behind enemy lines? Step into the world of NATO’s paratroopers – elite soldiers trained to operate in enemy territory with minimal support. Paratroopers are a unique and essential force within NATO's military structure. As dynamic and versatile high-readiness units, paratroopers play a crucial role in wartime operations, often being deployed behind enemy lines with minimal support. This video explores the rigorous training processes that shape these soldiers, emphasising the physical and mental resilience required to succeed. It also highlights the importance of teamwork and camaraderie among NATO paratroopers, showcasing how they work together seamlessly across national and linguistic barriers in various NATO operations and exercises. Click here to download the video. You can also watch the video on YouTube Press Office 21 January 2025 NATO Deputy Secretary General to take part in the European Defence Agency’s Annual Conference On Wednesday, 22 January 2025, the NATO Deputy Secretary General, Ms Radmila Shekerinska, will deliver a keynote speech followed by an exchange of views at the Annual Conference of the European Defence Agency (EDA) on the topic “New Horizons in EU Defence”. A transcript of the Deputy Secretary General’s remarks, as well as photographs, will be available on the NATO website. For more information: About the event, please check the conference’s website. For general queries contact the NATO Press Office Follow us on X: @NATO, @Sekerinska and @NATOPress NATO HQ, Blvd Leopold III 1110 Brussels, Belgium

17 January 2025 Update NATO launches 'Baltic Sentry' to increase critical infrastructure security NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte co-hosted a Summit of Baltic Sea Allies on 14 January 2025, along with President Alexander Stubb of Finland and Prime Minister Kristen Michal of Estonia. Read more Admiral Cavo Dragone takes over from Admiral Bauer as Chair of the NATO Military Committee On 17 January 2025, Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone assumed the role of Chair of the NATO Military Committee, officially receiving the gavel from his predecessor, Admiral Rob Bauer, during a special session of the Military Committee. Prior to the session, Admiral Bauer laid a wreath at the Danish Memorial Stone, which honours those who have fallen in the service of the Alliance. Read more Allied and partner Chiefs of Defence meet to discuss deterrence and defence On 15-16 January 2025, the NATO Military Committee in Chiefs of Defence Session took place at NATO Headquarters in Brussels. Thirty-two Allied Chiefs of Defence together with their military counterparts from 27 partners discussed NATO’s vigilance and deterrence, strengthening military partnerships, and continued support to Ukraine. The two-day session was finalised by the NATO-Ukraine Council with the Ukrainian Chief of Defence. Read more Allied Chiefs of Defence meet with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte The meeting of Chiefs of Defence focused on further strengthening deterrence and defence of the Alliance, strengthening NATO’s partnerships around the world as well as supporting Ukraine in its resistance against Russia’s unprovoked aggression. Across both days, Allied Chiefs of Defence met with Military Authorities from NATO partner countries to discuss how to best tackle pervasive instability around the globe together. Read more Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska opens Transatlantic Policy Planners’ Conference in Vilnius NATO’s Deputy Secretary General, Radmila Shekerinska, opened the eighth Transatlantic Policy Planners’ Conference in Vilnius, Lithuania, on Wednesday 15 January 2025. The Deputy Secretary General stressed the importance of policy planning in a world of strategic competition, pervasive instability and recurrent shocks. Read more Secretary General urges continued close NATO-EU cooperation to support Ukraine and face growing threats On 13 January, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte addressed the European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs and Subcommittee on Security and Defence. He gave an overview of NATO priorities, including defence spending and production, and support to Ukraine and answered questions from Members of the European Parliament.​ Read more NATO Deputy Secretary General in Sweden: Allies must step up support for Ukraine In her first major public engagement as NATO Deputy Secretary General, Radmila Shekerinska praised Sweden for its increased defence spending, leading defence industry and strong support to Ukraine. Speaking at the annual Folk och Försvar conference in Sälen on 13 January 2025, the Deputy Secretary General also highlighted the changed security landscape following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Read more An emotional homecoming for US soldiers When soldiers deploy, they leave behind their families and loved ones. The separation can weigh heavily on service members, and when the soldier finally returns home, the reunion is full of powerful emotions. Watch Video

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