Germany is gearing up to host the largest air exercise ever conducted by NATO in Europe. With 250 planes from member countries participating, the exercise aims to simulate the alliance’s response to a potential attack on Europe.

This extensive operation, named Air Defender 23, will involve a staggering 10,000 participants from 25 nations, Euro News reported.

Scheduled to commence next week, the training maneuvers are expected to leave a significant impact, potentially causing disruptions to civilian flight schedules and generating increased noise levels.

Both German and American officials have emphasized that this show of force is intended to impress allies and send a message to potential adversaries, including Russia.

The United States, in particular, is contributing 2,000 U.S. Air National Guard personnel and approximately 100 aircraft to actively participate in this event, which will span from June 12 to June 23.

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