The name of the brigade relates to the Lithuanian mythical character from the medieval foundation legend of the Vilnius city.

MIB "Iron Wolf" main mission is to maintain required capabilities as stated in national defense guide in order to defend Republic of Lithuania sovereignty, its territorial integrity, participate in NATO and international peace support operations, plan and conduct brigade staff and units training, main effort preparation for peace support operations in accordance with international commitments.

In addition, they are conducting peacekeeping operations in Afghanistan and stand by period in NATO Response Force and Battlegroup of the European Union.

The Brigade constantly takes part in joint projects, international operations, and wargames together with other countries' military units.

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