Azerbaijan and UAE launch joint military exercises

An opening ceremony for the “Meeting of Falcons–2026” joint tactical flight exercises involving the air forces of Azerbaijan and the United Arab Emirates took place in Azerbaijan on 12 October.

Aircraft and air defence assets from both countries are taking part, according to Azerbaijan’s Defence Ministry.

The opening ceremony was held at an Azerbaijani Air Force base.

“The joint tactical flight exercises are being conducted in accordance with the protocol of the first meeting of the Joint Commission on Military Cooperation signed between the two countries,” the statement said.

Participants were briefed on the exercise scenario and forthcoming tasks.