Command of the American Army to Europe and Africa stated that the four soldiers of the 3rd Brigade Infantry Division “were doing a tactical training scheduled at the time of the incident”
Four American soldiers disappeared on Tuesday in Lithuania, 10 kilometers from the Belarus border, the US Army said.
In a statement, the American Army command to Europe and Africa stated that the four soldiers of the 3rd Brigade’s 3rd Infantry Division, “were doing a tactical training scheduled at the time of the incident.”
In the note, Lieutenant General Charles Constanza of V Corps is cited, who thanked the Armed Forces of Lithuania and the emergency services ready to disappear.
“It’s this kind of teamwork and support that exemplifies the importance of our partnership and our humanity, regardless of the flags we use on our shoulders.”
According to Lituano LTT public canal, the exercises were taking place in the General Silvestras Training field Zukauskas, in Pabrade, about a dozen kilometers from the Belarus border.
Lithuania has been a NATO member since 2004. Currently, the US has a prominent battalion in the country.
