Combat Divers assault operation: dealing with hostile forces (II)

Lithuanian Special Operations Force (LITHSOF) squadron – Combat Divers Service – performs assault operation in a building taken over by hostile forces. This operation is one many performed by the Combat Divers.

Operating in coastal and land environments, Combat Divers perform special reconnaissance (SR) and direct action (DA) operations.

Success of the operation requires flawless preparation, individual and team skills. These skills are acquired through constant and complex local and international military exercises. Soldiers must be able to operate at any time, therefore exercises are carried out during both day and night, as well as during any season of the year.

However, the most challenging tasks for the soldiers are international missions where no mistakes are allowed.

In 2004, Combat Divers were tested during a mission in Afghanistan. Since 2007, Combat Divers along with other units of the Lithuanian Special Operation Force participate in ISAF mission as an integral part of the Special Forces Squadron “Aitvaras”.