Special operations
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For the Russian government euphemism for invading Ukraine, see Special military operation.
"Spec Ops" redirects here. For the video game series, see Spec Ops (series). For the Indian web series, see Special OPS. For the forces that perform spec ops, see special forces.
Special operations or special ops are military activities conducted, according to NATO, by "specially designated, organized, selected, trained, and equipped forces using unconventional techniques and modes of employment."[1] Special operations may include reconnaissance, unconventional warfare, and counterterrorism, and are typically conducted by small groups of highly trained personnel, emphasizing sufficiency, stealth, speed, and tactical coordination, commonly known as special forces.