Russia and Uzbekistan are conducting military exercises on border with Afghanistan

Joint teachings of Russia and Uzbekistan, within which countries will work out the tasks to ensure territorial integrity on the border with Afghanistan, began on the mountain polygon of Termez in Uzbekistan.

” Joint doctrine will further strengthen the bilateral Russian-Uzbek cooperation, “the TASS reports the message of the press service of the Central Military District.

The press service also stated that Russia increased the number of military contingent on joint tripartite teachings, which will be held from 5 to 10 August in Tajikistan at the Harb-Maidon polygon 20 km from Afghanistan. In total, more than 2.5 thousand military personnel and about 500 units of weapons and military equipment will be involved in joint practical actions from Russia, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.