PABRADĖ, Lithuania– Soldiers from the U.S. Army's 407th Civil Affairs Battalion, in coordination with members of the Lithuanian Riflemen's Union, successfully concluded the joint training exercise Unified Partners 26, held from January 14-17, 2026.

US military deployments across the Middle East are fueling speculation that drills could mask preparations for a strike on Iran. While Washington insists no decision has been made, analysts point to asset positioning,

Libya’s Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Salah al-Din al-Namroush, has held talks with the newly appointed US defence attaché to Libya on enhancing military cooperation and preparations for the Flintlock joint military exercise in the city of Sirte.