Unit 777
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Unit 777 (Arabic: الوحدة 777 قتال), also known as Task Force 777, is a tier one special forces in the Egyptian Army, falling under the El-Sa'ka Force. They specializes in black operations, commando style raids, counterterrorism, executive protection, hostage rescue, irregular warfare, manhunting, and special operations in behind enemy lines. It was created in 1978[1] by the government of Anwar Sadat in response to concerns of increased terrorist activity following the expulsion of Soviet military advisors from the country by Sadat and his efforts to achieve peace with Israel.[1]
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Unit 777 Combat | |
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الوحدة 777 قتال | |
Active | 1978 – present |
Country | Egypt |
Allegiance | Military of Egypt |
Branch | Egyptian Army |
Type | Special forces |
Role | Air assault Anti-tank warfare Artillery observer Black operation Bomb disposal CBRN defense Clandestine operation Close-quarters combat Counterinsurgency Counterterrorism Covert operation Desert warfare Direct action Executive protection Force protection Forward air control Hostage rescue Irregular warfare Long-range penetration Manhunt Mountain warfare Parachuting Patrolling Raiding Reconnaissance Special operations Special reconnaissance Tracking Urban warfare |
Size | Classified |
Part of | El-Sa'ka Forces |
Garrison/HQ | Southern Cairo |
Mascot(s) | The Eagle of Thunderbolt |
Engagements | EgyptAir Flight 321 EgyptAir Flight 648 Larnaca International Airport Raid Operation Eagle |
Commanders | |
Current commander | Classified |
Notable commanders | Hatem Saber |
Aircraft flown | |
Helicopter | Westland Sea King Commando Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk Mil Mi-8 CH-47 Chinook |
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