Joint military exercise between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia begins

RAWALPINDI (92 News) – A joint military exercise Al-Kassah-III between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia began at King Khalid Military City Hafar Al Batin in Saudi Arabia on Monday.

The Royal Land Saudi Forces and Pakistan Army troops will practice various drills involved in counter IED operations including searching of routes, compound clearance, vehicle clearance, explosive handling and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) drills & procedures.

This is the third joint military exercise of Al-Kassah series between the two brotherly countries . The training is aimed at enhancing EOD skills in counter IED domain and adopt best practices.

Major General Saleh Bin Ahmed Al Zahrani Commander Northern  Area attended the event as Chief Guest.