On Monday 3rd June, 53 recruits from Recruitment Intake 241 successfully completed their basic military training.

Starting as a cohort of 80 recruits, who enlisted on 22nd January 2024, they all went through a rigorous selection process.

‘Throughout their training, recruits were immersed in military life, receiving instruction in physical fitness, weapons handling, drill, and other essential military skills. After 19 weeks of training, 53 recruits, including 8 females, successfully finished their training and participated in the Passing Out Parade.’

‘This celebrated occasion, steeped in military tradition, signifies the transformation from recruit to soldier in the presence of distinguished guests and family. Held at the Ħal Luqa barracks, the recruits, formed into squads, saluted and marched past dignitaries with their instructors and Training School personnel in slow and quick time.’

‘During the parade, Recruit Sujak Darko was honoured as the best recruit and congratulated by the Commander of the Armed Forces of Malta.’

‘These newly minted soldiers will now join various units of the AFM, ready to serve on land, at sea, or in the air.’

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