Media: US plans to redeploy military equipment from Germany to Armenia

The United States has announced plans to transport hundreds of units of military equipment and vehicles from its bases in Germany to training grounds in Armenia.

According to documents reviewed by RT, the operation will involve the movement of equipment through Georgia, with the primary destination being Armenia’s Zar base, Caliber.Az reports.

The redeployment, scheduled to begin on July 16 and run until August 7, 2025, is set to bring 151 units, including vehicles, generators, and specialized containers, to Armenian training sites. The return of the equipment to Germany is planned for a later date, from August 21 to September 20, 2025.

Military experts suggest that this operation is likely connected to upcoming joint exercises between the Pentagon and the Armenian army, following similar drills in 2024 under the Eagle Partner 2024 initiative. The move has sparked speculation that it could be a sign of U.S. military engagement with Armenia, a country that hosts Russian military bases, which may be seen as a delicate shift in the region's security landscape.

In addition to the logistics of transporting military gear, the U.S. military has requested specific services such as vehicle washing and disinfecting to prevent the spread of African swine fever on the Armenian training grounds. Notably, eight ambulances will also be delivered as part of the operation.

The operation will involve the 405th Army Field Support Brigade, based in Dülmen, Germany, which plays a central role in providing logistical support for U.S. military operations in Europe and Africa. The U.S. government has explicitly stated that the equipment cannot pass through Russia, Türkiye, or Azerbaijan due to "difficulties with diplomatic permits."

The U.S.-Armenia defense cooperation has grown in recent years, with the joint exercises and the recent deployment of a U.S. Army representative to the Armenian Ministry of Defense marking notable milestones. This growing partnership signals potential shifts in Armenia’s foreign military relations, particularly as tensions in the South Caucasus continue to evolve.

By Khagan Isayev