Unit 777

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Unit 777 (Arabic: الوحدة 777 قتال), also known as Task Force 777, is a special forces unit in the Egyptian Army, falling under the El-Sa'ka Force. They specialize 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 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.

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