A search is underway for four soldiers from the U.S. Army's 1st Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, who disappeared during a training mission in Lithuania, highlighting ongoing military collaborations in the region.
Four U.S. Soldiers Missing During Training Exercise in Lithuania
Four U.S. Soldiers Missing During Training Exercise in Lithuania
U.S. military initiates search operation for missing soldiers involved in tactical training near Belarus border.
The U.S. military reported that four soldiers went missing during a tactical training exercise in eastern Lithuania, leading to a coordinated search effort. The soldiers, part of 1st Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, had been training in Pabrade, located near the Belarusian border, when they were last accounted for.
According to military officials, the search operation began after the soldiers were reported missing at approximately 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday. The U.S. Army, alongside Lithuanian Armed Forces and local law enforcement, has mobilized resources, including Air Force helicopters, to investigate a potential accident site in the training area.
Lt. Gen. Charles Costanza, commanding general of the V Corps, expressed gratitude to the Lithuanian military and first responders for their prompt assistance in the search operations, emphasizing the strength of their partnership and shared humanity, regardless of national affiliations.
The U.S. routinely conducts military training missions in Lithuania, a NATO member, known for its robust support of Ukraine amid ongoing hostilities with Russia. The training exercises often involve collaboration with Lithuanian forces and members from other NATO allies to enhance collective security in the region.
According to military officials, the search operation began after the soldiers were reported missing at approximately 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday. The U.S. Army, alongside Lithuanian Armed Forces and local law enforcement, has mobilized resources, including Air Force helicopters, to investigate a potential accident site in the training area.
Lt. Gen. Charles Costanza, commanding general of the V Corps, expressed gratitude to the Lithuanian military and first responders for their prompt assistance in the search operations, emphasizing the strength of their partnership and shared humanity, regardless of national affiliations.
The U.S. routinely conducts military training missions in Lithuania, a NATO member, known for its robust support of Ukraine amid ongoing hostilities with Russia. The training exercises often involve collaboration with Lithuanian forces and members from other NATO allies to enhance collective security in the region.
