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Salitre 2026

Coverage of Salitre 2026 in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 28 · 16:53 UTCMost recent: Jul 12 · 18:10 UTC
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Atacama Desertplace1Chileplace1warplanestopic1Tankerstopic1transport aircrafttopic1Latin America Defense Monitortopic1Brazilplace1Gripentopic1U.S. forcesorganization1Venezuelaplace1The Rio Timesorganization1
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  • SECURITYJul 12 · 18:10 UTCTHE RIO TIMES
    Latin America Defense Monitor — July 2–7, 2026

    The region’s largest annual air-force drill, Salitre 2026, began in Chile’s Atacama Desert, featuring warplanes, tankers, and transport aircraft from multiple countries. The exercise is part of the weekly Latin America Defense Monitor report.

  • SECURITYJun 28 · 16:53 UTCTHE RIO TIMES
    Latin America Defense Monitor — June 23–28, 2026

    Six Latin American air forces launched the Salitre 2026 exercise, Brazil deployed its Gripen jet abroad for the first time, Brazil unveiled a new frigate, and U.S. forces increased presence in Venezuela. The report highlights regional defense activities and military developments.