Saudi-Egyptian Military Might on Display: Piercing Arrow 2024 Drills Conclude
The joint Saudi-Egyptian military drills “Piercing Arrow 2024” concluded in Egypt, highlighting advanced tactical cooperation between their armed forces. The training took place across Egypt’s southern military region, Red Sea Southern Fleet, and several air bases. Friendly nations observed the multi-day exercise, emphasizing its international significance and collaboration.
Units from Saudi Arabia and Egypt participated, including land, air, naval, and special forces, in the exercises that started on Monday, November 11. These diverse forces worked together seamlessly, ensuring every drill met strategic goals while enhancing operational readiness.
Key Highlights of the Drills
In the final phase, Saudi and Egyptian paratroopers performed a symbolic friendship jump, strengthening camaraderie between the two forces. Ground and special units, supported by air forces, simulated an assault on a terrorist stronghold, showcasing precise coordination.
Naval forces executed operations to seize a coastal island, supported by aerial and paratrooper insertions. Activities included securing beachheads, conducting coastal raids, and targeting surface artillery. Teams also performed submarine searches and maritime inspections, displaying joint maritime expertise.
Drills Strategic Objectives
The exercise aimed to improve operational readiness and enhance joint combat capabilities for diverse mission conditions. It underscored the importance of military partnerships between Saudi Arabia and Egypt, promoting stability in the region.
Specialized activities for ground troops and special forces focused on enhancing expertise while achieving high levels of combat efficiency. These exercises emphasized readiness for joint missions under varying conditions, ensuring the forces remain prepared.
The event also aligned with strategies to support distinguished Saudi-Egyptian relations and strengthen military cooperation with friendly nations.
Closing Ceremony
Senior officials, including Saudi Land Forces Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Fahd bin Saud Al-Juhani and Egyptian military leaders, attended the closing ceremony. Their presence emphasized the regional defense significance and the shared vision for ongoing military collaboration.
