India to send over 700 soldiers to participate in 'Exercise Bright Star 2025'

Egypt is holding its biennial multilateral exercise ‘Exercise Bright Star’ which will see the participation of over 700 Indian personnel. The north African country has been holding this exercise with the United States since 1980 and is one of the largest Tri-Service multilateral exercises in the region. The exercise will be held August 28 to September 10, 2025 will see the participation of multiple nations similar to the 2023 edition.

The 2025 edition will feature a comprehensive spectrum of military activities, including:

• Live Firing by the three Services showcasing the operational capabilities of the Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force.
• Command Post Exercise to enhance joint planning, decision-making and operational coordination.
• Short Training Exercises by all three Services focusing on varied aspects of modern warfare.
• Subject Matter Expert Interactions on multiple domains of contemporary military operations.

Participation of the Indian Armed Forces in this exercise underscores India’s commitment to regional peace, stability, and security while enhancing Jointness, interoperability and cooperation with friendly foreign countries.