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Multi-national naval exercise to take place off the coast of
Nova Scotia
Her Majesty's Canadian Submarine WINDSOR follows formation
along with the other international submarines during Exercise
CUTLASS FURY on September 18, 2016. Photo: Corporal Kenneth
Galbraith HS03-2016-0872-716
Exercise CUTLASS FURY 2025 (Ex CF25) took place from June
9 to 18, 2025, off the coast of Halifax, Nova Scotia.
This key military initiative united a diverse array of forces from
Canada and around the globe, reinforcing collective defence
capabilities, enhancing maritime security, and fostering inter-
national cooperation.
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Led by Canada, Ex CF25 featured the Canadian Atlantic Fleet
alongside joint elements of the Canadian Armed Forces
(CAF) and Allied Forces from the United States, the United
Kingdom, and Denmark. The exercise will focus on anti-
submarine warfare and air-maritime integration, refining
warfighting skills and strengthening interoperability among
participating nations.
By hosting Ex CF25, Canada reaffirms its dedication to global
security and its role as a steadfast defence partner on the in-
ternational stage. Through this collaboration, Canada and its
allies will showcase their readiness to address evolving se-
curity challenges, reinforcing stability and peace worldwide.
"Exercise CUTLASS FURY 2025 showcases the RCN's unwaver-
ing commitment to operational excellence and international
collaboration, and we are thrilled to be working alongside
our allies to bolster our collective security," Rear-Admiral Jo-
sée Kurtz, Commander of Maritime Forces Atlantic and Joint
Task Force Atlantic stated in a press release. "This Canadian-
led exercise will not only highlight our advanced capabilities
but also reinforce the importance of unity and cooperation
in addressing complex global security challenges. Through Ex
CUTLASS FURY 2025, we will demonstrate operational excel-
lence, a culture of continuous improvement, and refine tactics
and procedures for future operations."
