As part of our continuous commitment to readiness, #HQEurocorps is gearing up for the internal exercise COMMON TENACITY 26 (CT26).
CT26 is an operational-level Command Post Exercise (CPX). It is designed to train our HQ staff in planning and executing a NATO non-Article 5 Multi-Domain Crisis Response Operation, preparing Eurocorps to fully assume the role of a Joint Task Force Headquarters (JTF HQ). This week, we kicked off the CT26 Academics, a vital milestone in our education and training roadmap. This academic phase ensures that all HQ EC staff are perfectly aligned, sharp, and ready to tackle the complexities of the upcoming CPX.
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Lieutenant General Aroldo Lázaro, Commander of #HQEurocorps, is taking part in the 2026 Land Corps Commanders' Conference (LC3), which is officially underway at NATO Allied Land Command in Izmir, Türkiye.
After seeing how the Élysée Treaty laid the foundations for joint defense, in this post we explore how that alliance took the decisive step toward multinational military cooperation with the Eurocorps.
The story of European defense took a monumental step forward through Franco-German cooperation. What began as a historic handshake evolved into the ultimate model of multinational military synergy.
As a Franco-German Army Corps with a truly European character, Eurocorps represents a major milestone in the evolution of multinational military cooperation. The creation of the Franco-German Brigade was an important step in strengthening European defence cooperation, while the establishment of Eurocorps took this cooperation to a broader multinational level.
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#HQEurocorps welcomes a Danish delegation in Strasbourg. Having proven its readiness recently at #MILEX26 for the ESP lead European Union Battlegroup 2026, HQ EC shares its experiences for preparing the next mission. HQ Eurocorps is committed to the DEU lead EUBG 2029/2030.
How a 1963 Treaty Helped Lay the Foundation for European Defense — and Paved the Way for Eurocorps
The Élysée Treaty, signed in 1963 by Charles de Gaulle and Konrad Adenauer, is widely known as a milestone in Franco-German reconciliation.
But its significance went beyond diplomacy. By establishing closer cooperation between France and Germany in foreign affairs and defense, it helped lay the groundwork for deeper European defense cooperation.
Here is how a treaty signed more than 60 years ago helped shape European defense:
• A Framework for Defense Cooperation: The treaty called on France and Germany to bring their strategic and tactical doctrines closer together, paving the way for increasingly structured military cooperation.
• The Franco-German Brigade: Established in 1989, the brigade turned bilateral cooperation into a concrete multinational military formation, with French and German soldiers serving within a shared command structure.
• The Creation of Eurocorps: In 1992, François Mitterrand and Helmut Kohl took cooperation a step further by deciding to establish Eurocorps. The Franco-German Brigade was subsequently placed under Eurocorps command. Other countries later joined, transforming what began as a Franco-German initiative into a broader multinational structure.
• From Cooperation to Deployment: Over the decades, Eurocorps has evolved into a multinational headquarters capable of supporting operations and missions within NATO and EU frameworks.
From reconciliation to military integration, the Élysée Treaty helped set in motion a process of cooperation that continues to shape European defense today.
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The 2026 induction week has concluded at Eurocorps designed to provide new headquarters members with the fundamental knowledge and practical skills required to carry out their new duties.
The program included briefing sessions that offer an overview of Eurocorps' structure, procedures, and ongoing and future operational activities, as well as the roles and responsibilities of each section. This comprehensive training ensures that all participants are well-prepared to contribute efficiently and securely to this military organization from day one.
The Commander of Eurocorps, Lieutenant General Lázaro, urged everyone to work together, particularly to meet the challenges of the commitments made to the European Union and NATO: “We must maintain the spirit of Eurocorps to stay prepared for the future”.
Welcome to the team, and best wishes for this new endeavor!
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Once again this year, the Eurocorps flag will be proudly carried in the Polish Armed Forces Day military parade in Warsaw.
During the rehearsals, @HQEurocorps personnel stood side by side with units of the Polish Armed Forces — a clear demonstration of shared strength and the deep brotherhood that unites allied comrades.
Together, we embody the spirit of multinational cooperation.
Stay tuned final Parade is comming🚀
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@SztabGenWP@MON_GOV_PL
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HQ Eurocorps contributed to the NATO Military Police Senior Officer Course in Bydgoszcz, 🇵🇱, with its Provost Marshal serving as a facilitator and lecturer.
Bringing together 17 officers from 13 nations, the course reinforced multinational cooperation and professional development across the five Military Police functions.
MILEX26: Who would be foolish enough to take on 60 tons of steel, when you see the ease with which the tank is handled by its highly trained crew? #EUDefence#EUProtec#MILEX26#Ejercitodetierra
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MILEX26: From training to mission readiness: the RDC concept is a key enabler in EU Battlegroup exercises. The RDC procedures support the seamless integration of multinational forces and enhance operational readiness. #EUDefence#EUProtec#MILEX26#Ejercitodetierra
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During MILEX 26, EUROCORPS serves as the Force Headquarters (F) HQ of the EUBG. In this role, EUROCORPS is responsible for the operational-level planning, command, and control of the deployed forces during the exercise. Working closely with the Military Planning and Conduct Capability (MPCC) in Brussels, EUROCORPS ensures the coordination and execution of military activities throughout MILEX 26.