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Republican Guard (Syria)
elite military unit of Syria's military, responsible for government and capital security / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Syrian Republican Guard, also known as the Presidential guard is a Mechanized Corps of about 25,000-60,000 men.[1] The Republican Guard is tasked with protecting the radio, and defend the capital Damascus, and defending Syrian Officials.
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Syrian Republican Guard | |
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الْحَرَسُ الْجُمْهُورِيُّ | |
![]() Syrian Republican Guard Insignia | |
Active | 1976-Present |
Country | ![]() |
Allegiance | President of Syria |
Branch | Syrian Arab Army |
Type | Shock Troops |
Role | Counter-Insurgency Security |
Garrison/HQ | Mount Qasioun, Damascus |
Engagements | Syrian Civil War
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Commanders | |
Current commander | Brig. Gen. Mohamed Qasem |
Notable commanders | Issam Zahreddine † |
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