The annual military International Army Games-2017 are set to be held on July 28 — August 12 in Russia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan and China. The contests include competitions among tank crews, snipers, air and seaborne practices, as well as medical, scout and other contests. The first Army Games were held in 2015 on the initiative of the Russian defense minister.
International Army Games-2017 Contest Kicks Off in Russia (VIDEO)
11:40 GMT 29.07.2017 (Updated: 14:04 GMT 29.07.2017)

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The 2017 International Army Games contest started in Russia on Saturday.

