RAF AKROTIRI, Cyprus — According to Britain’s armed forces minister, British paratroopers trained alongside Jordanian soldiers in an airdrop over the Middle Eastern country to demonstrate the UK’s Support For Jordan and commitment to regional security.
British soldiers will play a part in developing “strong, historic bilateral connections in the Middle East and North Africa area, which are essential to U.K. economic and security,” according to Brigade Commander Brigadier James Martin.
The paratroopers, the Brigade’s primary assault unit, made the leap on Jordan’s 100th anniversary of independence.
Heappey stated, “They are the troops of the future, ready to face evolving dangers throughout the world.”
In addition to infantry and artillery training, the Brigade is conducting additional military exercises alongside Jordanian soldiers.