The German army is conducting joint military exercises in the Baltic Sea with participation from 40 ships, 20 aircraft, and over 1,800 vehicles, amid rising tensions with Russia. Military leaders and ambassadors gathered in Rostock to observe the drills, which involve 8,000 officers from 14 countries, including NATO members. General Carsten Breuer emphasized Germany's role in NATO and the need for deterrence against Russian threats, while plans to increase troop numbers are underway.