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Soldiers in a wooded area fire a weapon creating a cloud of smoke.

Eagle Ace

Soldiers fire an M252A1 81 mm mortar system during a live-fire exercise as a part of Eagle Ace at Slunj Training Area, Croatia, Aug. 4, 2025. Eagle Ace is a multinational training exercise designed to enhance interoperability and readiness among NATO allies and partners.

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