Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Belarus

08/15/2026 | Press release | Archived content

Belarusian-Chinese Joint Swift Eagle – 2026 Tactical Exercise (Updates)

15.08.2026

The Belarusian and Chinese military contingents are practising firing techniques from behind cover while changing positions during the joint Swift Eagle - 2026 tactical exercise.

During the training session, the service personnel are firing from various positions both in open terrain and inside enclosed spaces.

During the training, the military contingents are practising movement in an urban environment. Particular attention is being paid to taking cover, holding positions and advancing deeper into built-up areas.

The service personnel have also practised tactical shooting techniques while changing firing positions, as well as engaging aerial targets using semi-automatic shotguns.

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