Cairo:Italian Special Forces and Egyptian Thunderbolt Forces recently engaged in a joint training exercise in Italy. The exercise, codenamed (4IT-EGY-T-), spanned several days and focused on enhancing military cooperation between the two nations.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the exercise incorporated various tactical and specialized activities. These included training on safe movement techniques in mountainous areas, dealing with rugged terrain, mountain climbing, and rapid descent in challenging environments and weather conditions.

Additionally, the training covered first-aid and medical evacuation procedures for different emergency scenarios. The primary objectives were to exchange expertise, refine the combat and specialized skills of the participating personnel, and improve their efficiency and readiness for special-skills missions.