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Eric Sof

Eric Sof holds a master's degree in Political Science, specializing in International Peacekeeping Studies. He has over a decade of experience as a former member of an elite counterterrorism unit. Additionally, he is a firearms instructor and currently serves as a member of the SWAT unit.

Mistaravim (YAMAS) operative on undercover mission

IDF Mistaravim (YAMAS)

Little is known about one of the most secret units of Israeli Defense Forces and Israeli Border Police called Mistaravim. Mistaravim is a secretive unit that uses disguise and surprise as its
12 years ago
Washington County Tactical Negotiations Team (TNT) operator preparing to move to the target building
Washington County Tactical Negotiations Team operator preparing to move to the target building (Photo: XY)

Washington County Tactical Negotiations Team (SWAT)

The Washington County Tactical Negotiations Team is an elite SWAT unit formed more than 30 years ago. The ongoing situation in the late ’70s of the last century, especially after the 1972
12 years ago
Sacramento Sheriff's Department Special Enforcement Detail (SED) operators executing the high-risk search warrant
Sacramento Sheriff's Department Special Enforcement Detail (SED) operators executing the high-risk search warrant (Photo: Sacramento County)

Special Enforcement Detail (SED): A tactical unit of Sacramento’s Sheriff Department

The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department Special Enforcement Detail (SED) is the Department’s elite SWAT unit. The SED is a component of the Sheriff’s Department Narcotics/Gang Division. Their stated mission is to provide highly trained and coordinated
12 years ago
Glock 19 pistol is weapon of choice for many special forces units in the world
Glock 19 as favorite sidearm for many special forces operators, domestic and abroad (Photo: Pinterest)

Glock 19: An ideal gun for concealed carry

Glock 19 was always one of the most popular concealed carry or backup weapon choices. Since it was chosen to replace SIG P226 as the service weapon of the Navy SEALs, its
12 years ago
GSG 9 is a prime German counter-terorrism unit
GSG 9 is a prime German counter-terrorism unit (Photo: XY)

GSG 9 der Bundespolizei: To protect the Fatherland

GSG 9 der Bundespolizei was formed in the aftermath of the Munich massacre. The tragic moments on September 5, 1972, in Munich, during the Olympic Games, changed the world of law enforcement.
12 years ago
The Pontifical Swiss Guard: A close protection detail of the Holy See
The Pontifical Swiss Guard: A close protection detail of the Holy See (Photo: Vatican)

Pontifical Swiss Guard: A close protection detail of the Holy See

Pontifical Swiss Guard is the historical unit in service as the Pontifical Swiss Guard of the Holy See. The unit is assembled from the Swiss soldiers who have served as bodyguards, ceremonial
12 years ago
26th MEU Maritime Special Purpose Force Conducts CQT
26th MEU Maritime Special Purpose Force Conducts CQT (Photo: DVDISHUB)

A Closer Look at the Marine Expeditionary Unit’s MSPF

The Maritime Special Purpose Force (MSPF) is a distinct unit within the Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable), or MEU (SOC), that provides an additional operational capability. The MSPF is comprised of
12 years ago
10 most decorated US soldiers since 9/11: Army Master Sgt. Ted C. Westmoreland
10 most decorated US soldiers since 9/11: Army Master Sgt. Ted C. Westmoreland

10 most decorated US soldiers since 9/11

Since 2001, only 10 American warriors have earned more than one of the nation’s top three combat valor medals, meaning they were recognized for displaying the highest levels of battlefield heroism on
13 years ago
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