Italian, Egyptian forces begin rescue exercises

Originally published October 17, 1997

Italian and Egyptian troops yesterday began to carry out joint rescue efforts in Alexandria as part of the ongoing "Bright Star '97" naval and military drills.

The two countries' troops performed mock rescue and relief operations in case of an earthquake, Al Akhbar daily said today.

The "Bright Star '97" drill is held biannually bring together troops from Egypt, the United States, Italy, France, Britain, Kuwait and United Arab Emirates.

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