Underwater Offence (Turkish Armed Forces)
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The Underwater Offence (Turkish: Su Altı Taarruz), or SAT, is the special operations forces unit of the Turkish Navy, and the first and only navy commando unit of the navy, consisting of highly skilled soldiers selected from among the officers and petty officers of the Turkish Navy. They are affiliated with the Naval Operation Directorate.[1] During wartime, these units are responsible for carrying out stealthy attacks, sabotage, and raids on enemy strategic facilities including those located under water, over water, on land, or in the air. They also target floating platforms. The SAT participates in coastal reconnaissance tasked with obtaining information on coastal areas before deploying forces and maintaining control over foreign ports and underwater areas.[2]
Underwater Offence Group Command | |
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Su Altı Taarruz Grup Komutanlığı (SAT) | |
Active | 1963–present |
Country | Turkey |
Allegiance | Turkish Armed Forces |
Branch | Turkish Navy |
Type | Special Forces |
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Abbreviation | SAT |