U.S.-Led Drills In Poland Demonstrate Commitment To NATO Allies 'Iron Clad'

A Polish Leopard 2PL tank opens fire. The U.S. Army says the drills include more than 3,400 U.S. and 5,000 service members from 11 nations.

Smoke is seen on the firing range near Orzysz, Poland. The exercises are being held in nine countries. 

A Polish Mi-24 helicopter takes part in the military exercises.

An official statement says the drills are also aimed at improving readiness for operating in a "complex, multinational" environment.

Polish soldiers from the 25th Air Cavalry Brigade rappel down from an Mi-8 helicopter.

Safely on the ground, the Polish soldiers take up positions.

A Polish Mi-8 helicopter.

Polish, American, and French soldiers stand near their armored vehicles. The U.S. Army said this phase of the drills would demonstrate "an ability to maintain a deterrent posture in northern Europe."