His Majesty King Abdullah, the Supreme Commander of the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army (JAF), and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, on Wednesday attended a tactical exercise conducted by the First Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II Royal Mechanised Battalion, which is one of the formations in the Central Military Region.

King Abdullah was briefed on the exercise, in presence of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Major General Yousef Hneiti, Petra news agency reported.

The exercise simulated area defence operations against an attack, supported by tanks and fighter jets.

His Majesty expressed pride in the advanced skills, capabilities, and readiness displayed during the exercise, praising the professionalism and high morale of the participants.

The exercise is part of annual training programmes conducted by JAF to enhance the professionalism and preparedness of army personnel.