With the transfer of the multinational battlegroup in Lithuania, the last of three units will be placed under the command of Panzerbrigade 45 this week. This will raise the German brigade’s troop strength in Lithuania to around 1,700 soldiers.

02. February 2026

Ceremonial roll call marking the commissioning of the German brigade in Vilnius, Lithuania, in May 2025. (Lisa-Martina Klein)

Last updated: 02. February 2026