Pakistan Army’s Special Services Group and Saudi military units joined hands to conduct advanced anti-terrorism training exercises.
Personnel from Pakistan Army’s Special Services Group and Saudi forces pose for a group photo as the Al-Battar II joint military exercise concludes in Tabuk. Photo: ISPR
The Pakistan-Saudi Arabia joint military exercise Al-Battar II has concluded in Tabuk, concluding more than a week of intense anti-terrorism training held from November 18 to 26.
According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the exercise brought together Pakistan Army’s Special Services Group (SSG) and Saudi military units for advanced exercises designed to strengthen interoperability and sharpen operational readiness. The closing ceremony in Tabuk was attended by the General Officer Commanding SSG as the chief guest of Pakistan along with senior officials of the Saudi armed forces.
During the exercise, troops from both sides demonstrated high-level professional skills, particularly in counter-terrorism operations. The drills focused on urban combat, improvised explosive device (IED) disposal, and coordinated tactical procedures aimed at enhancing joint response capabilities.
ISPR said the engagement not only enhanced the forces’ ability to carry out complex operations but also further cemented the long-standing defense partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. All training objectives were successfully met, reaffirming the two countries’ shared commitment to regional stability, security and collective preparedness, he concluded.
