Special Task Force Command (Özel Görev Kuvveti Komutanlığı)

The Special Task Force Command (Turkish: Özel Görev Kuvveti Komutanlığı — ÖGKK) is a special force unit within the Security Forces Command of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. The unit consists of officers of different classes and ranks, non-commissioned officers, special officers, and elite soldiers who have been selected and trained to operate in various terrain and climatic conditions against internal and external threats.

History

The Special Task Force Command was established in 1992, directly affiliated with the Security Forces Command. It is a high-end education consisting of different classes and ranks within the Security Force Commander of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

Structure and Equipment

ÖGKK consists of various elite soldiers who have been trained to operate in all terrain and climate conditions. The unit is equipped with advanced weapons, including:

* Attack rifles:
+ KCR-556
+ HK 33
+ MPT-76
+ MPT-55

Affiliations and Operations

The Special Task Force Command is affiliated with the Security Forces Command and operates in conjunction with other units, including:

* ÖGKK Muharebe Search Recovery (MAK) AS532 Cougar AS532UL MkII variant
* ÖGKK Deniz Special Morekât (DÖH)
* SAT and SAS-based operations

See Also

* Security Forces Command
* Cyprus Turkish Peace Force Command KTBK
* TRNC Coast Guard Command
* Directorate General for Police
* Aviation in Northern Cyprus
* Military of Northern Cyprus
* North Cyprus military
* Special forces