France's GIGN special forces successfully freed a mother and her son from kidnappers in a case linked to cryptocurrencies, leading to the arrest of four individuals.

An Indian Army special forces contingent has arrived in Egypt for the fourth edition of the joint exercise 'Cyclone-IV', running from April 9-17, aimed at bolstering military ties and enhancing joint mission planning.

U.S. special forces conducted a high-risk secret operation to rescue an injured airman trapped in a remote mountainous area of Iran after his aircraft was shot down, with American forces destroying their own aircraft to prevent capture.

Special forces in Albania pursued a suspicious vehicle for over 30 minutes, resulting in three police cars being damaged and two officers injured. Two minors were found inside the vehicle upon their arrest.

Mexico is increasing security measures for the 2026 World Cup due to ongoing threats from criminal organizations, following the recent killing of drug lord El Mencho in a special forces operation.

Norwegian special forces were involved in the first public towing of an empty, 'dead ship,' an unusual operation led by Bergen residents.

Five officers of the Czech Republic Army are slated for promotion to the rank of general, or will receive an additional general's star, according to a document obtained from the Ministry of Defense. Among those to be promoted is the head of special forces, Tomáš Kopečný, who previously saved comrades on a mission despite being injured.

Sebastian Marset, known as 'King of the South' and one of Latin America's most wanted drug lords, has been apprehended by special forces in Bolivia after hiding by playing for football teams across the region.

US special forces are expected to soon acquire lightweight, backpack-sized kamikaze drones, enabling soldiers to strike targets over 20 km away quickly and precisely without air support.

Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SOF) conducted a series of attacks using middle-range assets on a base of Russia's Rubicon secret drone unit in occupied Donetsk Oblast during the night of March 17-18.

The Spanish Ministry of Defense announced the temporary withdrawal of its special forces from Iraq, stating that Spanish troops are in safe locations despite the deteriorating security situation in the region.

A new elite unit of Russian special services, comprising hackers, snipers, and spies, tasked with eliminating opponents of Vladimir Putin, has been exposed by the German weekly 'Der Spiegel' after a critical error.

Police were called to an incident in an apartment building in Breiðholt, Reykjavík, overnight, where a man wielding a knife was overpowered and arrested with the assistance of the national police special forces.

A strategic analysis explores the feasibility of US Special Forces destroying Iran's nuclear program and seizing its uranium, noting it would require one of history's largest military operations.

The United States is reportedly considering two options for sending special forces into Iran to retrieve hidden nuclear material, drawing parallels to the unsuccessful 1980 hostage rescue attempt.

The Netflix seven-part thriller about a broken former special forces mercenary out for personal redemption will launch April 30 on the streaming giant.

For Kim Young-joon, the 36-year-old founder and chair of Pablo Air, volunteering for South Korea’s Army special forces was an easy decision. “I don’t really like doing what others usually do,” Kim said in an interview with The Korea Herald at the company’s office in Incheon last week. While most Korean men complete their mandatory military service through conscription, Kim chose the more demanding route of volunteering as an officer in the special forces. “I like adventures, so I was looking for

Albanian special forces (RENEA) conducted a surprise operation in the Ujit të Ftohtë area of Vlorë, involving dozens of officers and aerial monitoring as part of a broad security check.

Luxembourg's justice system has confirmed an incident during a police operation in Bonneweg, where special forces searched a residential building for a reportedly armed man.

More strikes across Iran, Lebanon and Israel, Irish charter flight from UAE confirmed and Ireland’s special forces unit considering puclic recruitment.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) has pledged to enhance security in the troubled communities of Benue state, Nigeria.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has directed troops of the 4 Special Forces Command to intensify and sustain high-impact operations aimed at decisively defeating terrorists and insurgents across the country. The post Shaibu orders special forces to intensify offensive against terrorists appeared first on Vanguard News.

Over a hundred young people, artists, and event organizers "peacefully protested" on Sunday, March 1, in front of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAI) headquarters, according to a press release issued…

Belgian special forces intercepted and will seize a vessel belonging to Russia's 'ghost fleet', authorities announced.

Mexican special forces, aided by U.S. intelligence, killed a top drug cartel boss, leading to widespread chaos in Mexico and prompting the U.S. State Department to issue and then lift 'shelter in place' alerts for Americans. Travel stocks are in focus following the unrest.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum praised special forces for "neutralizing" the country's most wanted drug lord, known as "El Mencho," who died in custody on Sunday, shortly after

The Artan Special Forces Unit of Ukraine's Defense Intelligence is carrying out a comprehensive offensive operation in the Zaporizhzhia direction, specifically near Stepnohirsk.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have commenced military exercises along the southern coasts and islands of the Gulf, involving missiles, artillery, drones, special forces, and armored vehicles.

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Violence has erupted across Mexico since a powerful drug cartel boss died after being captured by special forces.

Mexican special forces have killed the country’s most wanted man, nicknamed El Mencho.

An Iranian defector who fled the regime after refusing to suppress his own people has been deported by Turkey, returning him to the hands of the Iranian government.

Special forces intervened in Mizil, Prahova, Romania, on Easter day after several individuals caused a disturbance and threatened police officers with a sword following a conflict.

A political scientist reflects on the state of Venezuela more than three months after the hypothetical abduction of former President Nicolás Maduro by US special forces, noting an increase in freedom but a persistent regime for the people.

The FBI has arrested a former civilian contractor from Fort Bragg for allegedly leaking top-secret details about Special Forces to the media.

The Cypriot cabinet has approved a series of measures aimed at strengthening the police's Motorised Immediate Action Unit (MMAD), including the introduction of a points-based system favoring candidates with special forces backgrounds.

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New court documents allege that former US Special Forces commandos earned millions of dollars by performing assassinations for the United Arab Emirates.

The Lasar's Group, a Ukrainian special forces unit, reported a special operation in Russia's Belgorod Oblast in early March, where drones struck six Russian tanks and two heavy-duty vehicles.

A video shows Ukrainian special forces conducting an attack deep behind enemy lines.

Never ground troops to Iran, Trump promised. Now he is considering sending soldiers to Kharg Island and Isfahan to remove Iran's stockpile of 400 kilograms of highly enriched uranium, writes Anders Jerichow in this analysis.

Gunshots were reported in a government building in the Kepez district of Antalya, Turkey, leading to special forces surrounding the facility.

Thurgau cantonal police arrested a 40-year-old man in Kreuzlingen on Sunday after he went on a rampage, following a similar police operation involving the German national in November.

The base of the British SAS in Iraq was hit last night by a salvo of drones, and according to British officials, two drones were shot down while more hit the base.

On March 7th Mr Trump said that any ground force would be dispatched only if Iran were “so decimated that they wouldn’t be able to fight on the ground level”.

Israeli special forces Tuesday raided the Balata refugee camp east of Nablus in the occupied West Bank, surrounding a house and conducting a search inside, local sources told Anado...

Police and special forces from North Macedonia's Helicopter Unit rescued an injured Italian woman from the slopes of the Sharr Mountains.

A joint military operation has been launched in Ecuador with US special forces reportedly advising Ecuadorian commands in anti-drug efforts.

U.S. Special Forces are advising and supporting Ecuadorian commandos in raids across the country targeting suspected drug shipment facilities and other drug-related sites.

It is understood that the proposal is part of a raft of changes to how the ARW engages with the public and how they recruit its elite operators.

Nigeria’s Army Chief has directed special forces to intensify the army offensive against terrorists, emphasizing precision and intelligence-led operations.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Republika Srpska announced that gendarmerie and special forces are patrolling and guarding Jewish facilities to prevent potential terrorist attacks.

Belgian special forces, aided by French helicopters, boarded and seized a tanker sailing under a false flag and with false documents in the North Sea over the weekend, forcing it into port.

Belgian Special Forces have intercepted and are set to confiscate a vessel belonging to Russia's 'ghost fleet' in the North Sea, according to Belgian authorities.

An exercise to counter hybrid influence, including drone attacks and special forces, was conducted in Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland, to ensure authorities, organizations, and citizens can act together in a crisis.

Ukraine's Special Operations Forces (SOF) conducted a raid on the Northern Slobozhanshchyna front, using explosives behind Russian lines to successfully stop an enemy advance in that sector.

Ukrainian Special Forces successfully destroyed a Russian S-400 missile launcher and a Pantsir system in illegally occupied Crimea, targeting some of Russia's most formidable air defense assets.

India-Japan begin ‘Dharma Guardian’ joint military exercise in Uttarakhand

Cyprus special forces and US Marines have completed a joint training exercise focused on counter-terrorism threats and crowd control, involving members of the US Fleet Antiterrorism Security Team Company Europe (FASTEUR).

A wave of violence has erupted across Mexico since a powerful drug cartel boss died following his capture by special forces.

Police in Moldova, with the support of special forces, arrested three foreign nationals, aged 23, 25, and 27, while they were allegedly attempting to sell a luxury car they had rented.

A Russian war correspondent embedded with the Akhmat special forces unit is being accused by Chechen authorities of wearing a fake Wagner award.

A significant police operation is underway in Zagreb's Črnomerec district, with special forces, numerous vans, and emergency vehicles creating a siege-like atmosphere. A skyscraper has been cordoned off with police tape.

A feature story highlights the resilience and determination of young individuals serving in Vietnam's Special Forces, showcasing their mental and physical fortitude.

Uma Thurman is set to return to the "Dexter: Resurrection" series, reprising her role as Charley, a former special forces officer, in the second season of the Paramount+ Premium production.

Ukrainian defense intelligence special forces have reportedly neutralized the last Russian railway ferry operating in the Kerch Strait.

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Disu has deployed 14 units of specialised forces and 250 tactical personnel to reinforce the Benue Police Command, ensuring security for the Easter period.

New court documents reveal that Abraham Golan, a former Special Forces commando, allegedly earned millions of dollars by conducting targeted operations as a mercenary for the United Arab Emirates.

In March 1991, Croatian special forces swiftly liberated the Plitvice Lakes, which had been occupied by rebel Serbs, resulting in the death of the first Croatian defender.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was seen smiling as he watched special forces troops demonstrate extreme strength and endurance at a military showcase, including pummeling each other with bricks and axes.

Ukrainian Special Forces have released footage showcasing their recent strikes in occupied Crimea, highlighting ongoing military operations in the region.

Special forces of Ukraine's Defense Intelligence captured two additional Russian soldiers during stabilization operations conducted in the Zaporizhzhia sector.

Serbia has deployed missile defense systems and elite special forces to guard a key compressor station, taking extraordinary precautions to prevent disruption to Hungary's supply of Russian gas.

Former President Trump is reportedly considering a highly risky ground military operation in Iran to destroy or recover highly enriched nuclear material, which could be one of the largest special forces operations in history.

Austrian police, including the Cobra special unit, were deployed to Petzenkirchen, Lower Austria, after receiving intelligence about weapons and war material. A large area around a building was cordoned off, and a known suspect was reported.

Police in Southern Iceland pursued a driver who failed to stop for officers over the weekend, with special forces assisting in the chase.

A European country has temporarily withdrawn its special forces from Iraq, where they were deployed as part of the international coalition against ISIS, citing a deteriorating security situation.

General Michał Strzelecki, commander of the Special Forces Component, states that Special Forces are the 'surgical scalpel' of the state's defense system and a key element of national and allied deterrence potential, emphasizing readiness for 'Hour W'.

A special forces operative of Ukraine's Defense Intelligence, known as 'Tima,' transitioned from a civilian builder to a soldier after structures he helped construct were destroyed by the enemy. He now serves on the frontlines.

Indonesia's Defense Minister has announced that the TNI Commander has appointed a new Deputy Commander for the ISF (Indonesian Special Forces), signaling a leadership change within the elite unit.

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has approved the payment of 10 years' pension arrears to retired Abia ADP staff, addressing a long-standing issue of neglect for surviving retirees from 2000 to 2010.

Reports indicate the US is weighing the deployment of special forces into Iran to secure its nuclear stockpile, which experts say could produce at least 10 warheads.

An elite special forces sergeant was given a reduced sentence for assaulting his ex-wife, with the judge citing the mitigating effects of concussions and PTSD from his military combat service.

An Israeli special forces operation in Lebanon, aimed at recovering the body of pilot Ron Arad who was captured in 1986, failed overnight from Friday to Saturday, resulting in 41 deaths.

The leader of Mexico's most prominent drug cartel, 'El Mencho,' was buried in a golden coffin after dying from injuries sustained in a shootout with special forces.

The trial of multiple murderer Srđan Mlađan began in Varaždin amidst unprecedented security measures, with special forces and drones, as he is accused of inciting another inmate to abduct and murder witnesses from prison.

Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, a Mexican drug lord, was reportedly buried in a golden coffin after being killed in a shootout with special forces.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Republika Srpska announced that gendarmerie and special forces are guarding Jewish facilities, particularly the Jewish Cultural Center in Banja Luka, to prevent possible terrorist attacks.

US Green Berets, considered one of the world's toughest elite units, are reportedly struggling with the cold in Kalix, Sweden, with veterans comparing the conditions to chemical warfare.

Belgian special forces, in coordination with international efforts, intercepted a tanker belonging to Russia's 'ghost fleet,' which is used by Moscow to circumvent sanctions on oil exports.

Belgium's special forces, assisted by France, boarded and seized an oil tanker suspected of being part of Russia's 'shadow fleet,' used to circumvent Western sanctions over the war in Ukraine.

SYRIZA-PS is seeking explanations for the strong presence of riot police and special forces during Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis' public visit to G.K. Nikaia on February 19.

The Mexican city of Jalisco became a war zone following the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', shortly after his arrest during a bloody armed conflict, with the Mexican president praising special forces for his capture.

Ukrainian Special Operations Forces' Middle Strike units successfully targeted Russian air defense sites in temporarily occupied Crimea during the night of February 24-25.

After tracking El Mencho’s lover to his lair, Mexican special forces launched an operation by air and land, leading to two shootouts that left the drug boss mortally wounded.

Mexican tourists looking for a quiet mountain retreat are attracted to the cabins on the hills outside the city of Tapalpa, known as "pueblo mágico" or "magic town", due to its beau...

An article from Daily Sabah criticizes Benjamin Netanyahu, born in Tel Aviv in 1949 and a former special forces officer, as the architect of the Gaza genocide.

Ukraine's Special Operations Forces have released new footage depicting their troops successfully striking a cluster of Russian Bastion mobile coastal defense missile systems, along with ammunition and matériel storage points.

Prisoners in Venezuela have launched a mass hunger strike, following a proposed amnesty law drafted under US pressure by interim leader Delcy Rodriguez after a US special forces attack on January 3.

Anti-drone netting covering tanks at an oil depot in Velikiye Luki, Russia. Satellite image ©2026 Vantor Ukraine carried out a long-range drone attack against a Russian oil depot on Wednesday night. A Ukrainian security source said anti-drone netting at the facility failed to stop the attack. Anti-drone netting has emerged as a common makeshift defense tactic on and off the battlefield. Ukrainian drones struck a Russian oil depot overnight, breaking through the netting that had been installed earlier to protect the site from such attacks, a security official told Business Insider on Thursday. Long-range Ukrainian drones struck an oil depot in Velikiye Luki, a city in western Russia's Pskov region, a source in the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) said. They were only authorized to speak on the condition of anonymity to discuss military operations. The source said protective anti-drone nets had been stretched above fuel tanks at the oil depot. The facility belongs to the company Pskovnefteproduct and is located nearly 500 kilometers (310 miles) from the Ukrainian border. The nets were unable to prevent the strike from doing damage, the source added. Satellite imagery captured in December by US spatial intelligence firm Vantor and analyzed by Business Insider, shows what appears to be anti-drone netting covering roughly 15 tanks at the depot in Velikiye Luki. Anti-drone netting is seen in this December 14, 2025, image of storage tanks at Velikiye Luki. Satellite image ©2026 Vantor Anti-drone netting covering tanks at an oil depot in Velikiye Luki, Russia. Satellite image ©2026 Vantor Several explosions and a large fire were reported at the oil facility, the source said, citing local channels on the Telegram messaging app. Video footage shared on social media shows a massive blaze burning through a structure resembling anti-drone netting. This kind of netting has been spotted at other oil facilities in Russia in recent months. The tactic underscores how the country is turning to crude-looking, improvised defenses to protect energy infrastructure from ongoing Ukrainian attacks. "Vietnam, run!" - overnight, drones from the Special Operations Center "Alpha" of the Security Service of Ukraine successfully struck the Velikolukskaya oil depot. A large fire broke out at the site. Anti-drone nets had been stretched over the fuel storage tanks, but they did not… pic.twitter.com/bLBxuHNxtm — WarTranslated (@wartranslated) February 19, 2026 Concerns over the high drone saturation have led to similar measures on the battlefield. Anti-drone netting is common near the front lines. Ukrainian soldiers are using this material to cover critical logistics routes. And both militaries have added cage-like fencing to their armored vehicles to protect against drones. Additionally, Russia has also installed makeshift defenses, such as large, floating barriers, to protect its ports from the Ukrainian naval drones that have wreaked havoc on its Black Sea Fleet. The Ukrainian attack on Wednesday night marked Kyiv's latest deep-strike drone operation against the vast Russian energy sector, a major source of revenue that fuels Moscow's ongoing war efforts. "The SBU continues to work methodically on facilities that provide the Russian army with fuel," the security source said in a translated statement. "The destruction of oil depots directly affects the enemy's ability to conduct combat operations, advance and transfer reserves. Such operations are an element of the systematic weakening of the military potential of the Russian Federation," they added. Anti-drone netting has become increasingly common near the front lines in Ukraine. Dmytro Smolienko/Ukrinform/NurPhoto via Getty Images Neither Russia's defense ministry nor its US embassy responded to a request for comment on the attack. Moscow said its air defenses shot down roughly 300 Ukrainian drones over the past 24 hours. Since last August, Ukraine has been intensifying its long-range drone attacks on Russia's energy sector, targeting oil refineries, terminals, tankers, and platforms at sea. Kyiv has described the deep-strike campaign as its way of imposing "long-range sanctions" on Moscow. Many of these attacks — at least four in the past week, including the most recent strike — have been carried out by the SBU's Alpha group, an elite unit considered to be among the best of Ukraine's special forces. Its personnel have also been involved in ground operations. Meanwhile, Russia has significantly stepped up its missile and drone strikes against Ukraine's energy infrastructure this winter compared to previous years of the war. Since October, Ukrainian energy facilities have been the main target of Russian barrages, Britain's defense ministry said on Thursday. Russia has launched more than 20,000 drones, and its aircraft have fired over 300 missiles, "in attempts to systematically destroy Ukraine's electrical grid and heat generation capacity," the ministry said in an intelligence update. Read the original article on Business Insider