An Indian Army contingent landed at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, to kick off the 21st edition of the India-US Joint Military Exercise, Yudh Abhyas 2025, despite simmering trade tensions over US tariffs. Scheduled from September 1 to 14, the exercise brings together soldiers from India’s Madras Regiment and the US 11th Airborne Division’s 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment, known as the “Bobcats” of the Arctic Wolves Brigade Combat Team, for intense tactical training.

The two-week drill focuses on heliborne operations, mountain warfare, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), counter-UAS measures, and joint tactical maneuvers, according to India’s Ministry of External Affairs. A striking image shared on X captured Indian troops in a ceremonial gathering before a massive C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, symbolizing the robust military partnership. The training also includes rock craft, casualty evacuation, combat medical aid, and the integrated use of artillery, aviation, and electronic warfare systems, preparing both forces for multi-domain challenges.

Specialized working groups will dive into critical areas like UAS and counter-UAS operations, information warfare, communications, and logistics, fostering deeper collaboration. The exercise will culminate in high-stakes live-fire exercises and high-altitude warfare scenarios, aimed at enhancing interoperability for United Nations peacekeeping missions. The Ministry of Defence emphasized that Yudh Abhyas 2025 strengthens readiness for complex global operations, even as diplomatic frictions over trade tariffs linger.

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Conducted in the rugged Arctic environment of Fort Wainwright, this year’s exercise underscores the commitment of both nations to bolster defense ties. As Indian and US troops train side by side, Yudh Abhyas 2025 not only hones tactical skills but also reinforces a strategic alliance amid challenging geopolitical dynamics.

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