The Swiss Army is conducting training in shooting from helicopters in France. Due to limited facilities in Switzerland and to strengthen international cooperation, such exercises take place abroad.
Swiss parascouts training in Ticino.
Keystone / Gaetan Bally
The Swiss Army is conducting training in shooting from helicopters in France. Due to limited facilities in Switzerland and to strengthen international cooperation, such exercises take place abroad. This is intended to improve defence capabilities.
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May 16, 2026 - 12:44
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