Norfolk Soldiers Train in Extreme Cold Conditions near Russian Border for NATO's Operation Cabrit
DEFENSE
Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion Royal Anglian Regiment are engaged in Exercise Winter Camp in Estonia, part of NATO's Operation Cabrit, training near the Russian border in temperatures nearing -30C. The exercise includes daily drills and collaboration with Estonian, French, and U.S. forces.
Soldiers are utilizing the TAIPAN radar system to track enemy artillery. The training focuses on adaptability to extreme conditions, with soldiers sharing experiences of maintaining equipment and adjusting their layering for warmth. The ongoing NATO mission serves as a deterrent in light of rising tensions following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Mar 4, 2026, 6:15 AM