The Russian Forces Operational Group held twice as many practical trainings in the Transnistrian region of Moldova in 2014 compared to the previous year; in total servicemen participated in more than 800 events, told spokesperson of the Western Military District Oleg Kochetkov.

“About 350 out of the total number of training activities amounted to firings from small arms and standard weapons, more than 300 exercises were held with drivers of combat and armored vehicles. More than 100 training events on special training were held for the infantry battalion units, beinf part of the joint peacekeeping forces,” – said Kochetkov, reminding that this year more than 400 Russian soldiers entered peacekeeping forces.

Crews of the group of troops also took part in more than 20 large company-tactical and special tactical exercises as well as 70 exercises on counter-terrorism.