"Coalition of the willing": what the Ukraine coalition maneuver is all about
Ukraine's allies are building a force to secure a possible ceasefire with Russia. Now it's training for the first time - with German participation.
Around 2,800 soldiers from 11 countries are participating in the "Koalicja 2026" military exercise in Poland, Romania's airspace, and the western Black Sea, which is set to run until November 22. The exercise, led by the "Coalition of the Willing", aims to test how a lasting peace can be secured after the Ukraine war. The coalition, formed in early 2025, currently comprises around 35 countries that provide military, humanitarian, or financial support to Ukraine.
The exercise involves troops from countries including Germany, France, and the UK, and will simulate troop deployment, supply transport, and other operations. Russia has criticized the coalition's formation and warned that any military units in Ukraine would be considered legitimate targets.
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