Territorial Defence Forces complete training in Lublin region

More than 260 soldiers from the 21st and 23rd Light Infantry Battalions of the Territorial Defence Forces have completed a two-week integrated training cycle in the Lublin region. Conducted from September 12 to 25, the exercises focused on practical skills including day and night shooting, combat simulations, patrols, ambushes, and urban and forest warfare. The training also included endurance marches and overnight stays in self-prepared camps to test soldier stamina and cooperation.

In a separate development, the Polish Armed Forces have announced recruitment for the final turn of Voluntary Basic Military Service in 2026. The upcoming training cycle is scheduled to run from November 16 to December 12. The program offers participants a gross salary of approximately 6,300 PLN, with individuals under 26 receiving the full amount due to tax exemptions. The military provides full accommodation, meals, uniforms, and medical care during the training period.