One the largest multinational military exercises of its kind in Europe is set to begin.
Thirty-
Mock sea battles will take place in the Minch.
Activity includes vessels from Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, the UK and the US.
They will practice submarine attacks, anti-
Stornoway Airport is to be a base for international air forces as they simulate bombing Cape Wrath weapons range.
Aircraft from Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Norway, the UK and the US will be involved. RAF Lossiemouth and Prestwick Airport will also be used.
Warships are already sailing through the Minch to gather at the naval base in Kyle as well as on the Clyde.
Major Nato wargames off Western Isles
18 April 2018
