In a large-scale military exercise conducted in Germany, around 3,000 NATO soldiers, including troops from Spain and Turkey, stormed a Baltic beach to demonstrate the alliance's readiness to counter Russian military movements. This operation, part of the Steadfast Dart 2026 exercise, aimed to assess the NATO forces' capability to swiftly deploy and secure territory in response to potential threats from the east. The exercise involved various military assets, including German Eurofighter jets and amphibious vehicles from Turkish units, showcasing a blend of naval and air capabilities.