# Danish soldiers train for the defence of Latvia

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- Published: 2026-09-11
- Author: Mikael Berg
- Type: News · Section: Land · Country: sweden
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> Danish soldiers have taken part in the exercise Namejs 2026 in Latvia. The exercise brings together around 12,000 soldiers and strengthens cooperation between Latvian forces, NATO allies and civilian authorities.

![Danish soldiers in Latvia during Flag Day for Danes in service abroad.](https://imagedelivery.net/XO8UY-c6-LfWgEjQsN8IQw/d75d944e-56f9-4735-485c-fb611b3f3b00/public)
*Danish soldiers in Latvia during Flag Day for Danes in service abroad. · Theis Klausen Nielsen / Forsvaret*

**Around 200 to 300 Danish soldiers have taken part in the section of Namejs 2026 conducted in northeastern Latvia, eight kilometres from the Russian border. A total of around 12,000 soldiers from Latvia and other NATO countries are taking part in the month-long series of exercises.**

According to [the Danish Defence](https://www.forsvaret.dk/da/nyheder/2026/danske-soldater-traner-forsvaret-af-letland/), the exercise is intended to train the defence of Latvia and test cooperation between Latvian units, allied forces and civilian authorities. The Danish soldiers have acted as opposing forces against the Latvian units, while the countries have also practised joint procedures and coordination.

"By taking part in Namejs, we have helped strengthen and develop cooperation with our allies. At the same time, it has added an extra dimension that the exercise has taken place so close to the border with Russia," says Lieutenant Colonel Karina Wøbbe, commander of the Danish battle battalion.

One particular area of training has been the use of drones. The Latvian forces have used them to monitor and locate the opposing side, as well as to engage it directly on the battlefield.

The exercise has largely been conducted in civilian terrain, including in villages and on public roads. This has required close cooperation with the Latvian police, who have informed the local population when Danish military vehicles have been moving through the area.

The Danish participants come from the roughly 800-strong battle battalion that has been deployed in Latvia from August 2026 to January 2027. The battalion forms part of the Canadian-led Multinational Brigade Latvia, which in turn belongs to Multinational Division North.

Namejs 2026 continues at several locations in Latvia until 8 October.

## FAQ

**How many Danish soldiers took part in the Namejs 2026 exercise in Latvia?**

Around 200,300 Danish soldiers took part in the part of Namejs 2026 that was conducted in north-eastern Latvia, eight kilometres from the Russian border. In total, approximately 12,000 soldiers from Latvia and other NATO countries participated in the month-long exercise series. Last fact-checked: 2026-09-11.

**What has been the role of the Danish soldiers during the Namejs 2026 exercise?**

The Danish soldiers have acted as an opposing force against the Latvian units, while joint procedures and coordination were also practised. The exercise has largely been conducted in civilian terrain, including villages and public roads, in close cooperation with Latvian police. Last fact-checked: 2026-09-11.

**Which unit is the Danish combat battalion part of under the deployment in Latvia?**

The Danish combat battalion, comprising around 800 soldiers, is part of the Canadian-led Multinational Brigade Latvia, which in turn belongs to Multinational Division North. The battalion is deployed in Latvia from August 2026 to January 2027. Last fact-checked: 2026-09-11.

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