RIYADH — A joint military exercise, dubbed the Hawk"s Claws 2 (2020), between the Saudi Royal Land Forces and the US Army kicked off on Tuesday in the northwestern region of the Kingdom. The drill is in continuation of previously jointly held exercises between the Royal Saudi Land Forces and its US counterparts, aiming to consolidate joint military operation and cooperation between the two friendly countries. It also will help in the exchange of expertise and will raise combat readiness to deal with regional challenges. — SG