JUMP 2022
The exercise series JUMP 2022 consists of 17 different exercises, which will be linked to a common scenario and training environment prepared by the Force Command, taking into account the current role of the Slovenian Armed Forces in both collective and national defence. The common objective of all exercises is to test the Military Strategy in realistic training situations and to demonstrate the SAF's resolve and capacity to be ready and operational in all types of operations defined in the Military Doctrine, with emphasis on defensive, offensive, special and information operations.
Deterrence – resilience – responsiveness!
The motto of this year's series of exercises JUMP emphasises the combat character, professionalism and the basic mission of the Slovenian Armed Forces – to defend the homeland.
Credible and successful deterrence is essential for ensuring the sovereignty, spatial integrity and interests of the Republic of Slovenia. It is only trough responsiveness that we can we strengthen our crisis response capabilities at home and abroad, operate in quick-response operations and strengthen our interoperability with the Alliance.
The current global situation reveals the exposure of society to potential crises in various fields and the need to respond to and manage them effectively. In order to deter potential threats, strengthen resilience and responsiveness to rapidly changing situations, the effectiveness of military action in a changed security environment needs to be strengthened. The Slovenian Armed Forces, in cooperation with all stakeholders of the national security system, allies and partners, shall strengthen mutual trust and cooperation in order to maintain a stable and secure environment.
Deterrence, resilience, responsiveness of troops in exercise Svarunov pogled (Svarun's Gaze) increase
From Monday, 12 September to Friday, 30 September, as part of the series of exercises JUMP 2022 at the Poček main training area and on civilian properties in the municipalities of Rogatec, Središče ob Dravi, Brežice, Črnomelj, Metlika and Šentrupert.
During the second week of the exercise, members of the 72nd SAF Brigade are being trained in two parts.
Field exercises and platoon field live fire drills take place at the Poček training area with the integration of Svarun combat vehicle crews and introduction of combat support elements.
The second part of the exercise is conducted on civilian land in coordination with local communities and in accordance with the Material Obligation Act, where infantry squads and platoons are trained in combat decision-making processes and in tactical procedures supported by aircraft, helicopters, engineering troops, and drones.
In parallel, joint training events with the police, firefighter teams and the paramedics are also conducted in order to coordinate the activities of the different stakeholders of the national security system of the Republic of Slovenia.
The generation and maintaining of forces is an important factor in strengthening the deterrence and defence posture both in the Republic of Slovenia and within the Alliance. Force capability is the best indicator of the Slovenian Armed Forces' operational competence and readiness. The Slovenian Armed Forces is a credible partner and will continue to be so in the future, helping to provide for peace and security both at home and in the internationally.