Answer: Russia
Notes: An Indian Armed Forces contingent joined Russia for multilateral military exercise ZAPAD 2025. The exercise is held at Mulino Training Ground, Nizhniy, Russia, from September 10 to 16. The Indian team has 65 personnel: 57 from the Army, 7 from the Air Force, and 1 from the Navy. The Army team is led by a battalion of the KUMAON Regiment with support from other arms and services. ZAPAD 2025 aims to boost military cooperation and interoperability among nations. The drills cover tactics, techniques, and procedures in warfare and counter-terrorism. The exercise also integrates emerging technologies for better multinational force operations.
