A Macedonian army MI-24 combat helicopter takes part in a night shooting exercise at the Krivolak training center, 120 km (75 miles) southeast of Skopje, November 26, 2009. The exercise aims to promote the Krivolak army base as a regional centre for military training set up to NATO standards. Reuters Pictures logo Reuters Pictures 3 months ago

A Macedonian army MI-24 combat helicopter takes part in a night shooting exercise at the Krivolak training center, 120 km (75 miles) southeast of Skopje, November 26, 2009. The exercise aims to promote the Krivolak army base as a regional centre for military training set up to NATO standards.

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