Syrian Special Mission Forces

Syrian Special Mission Forces
وحدة المهام الخاصة
Active2014–2024
Country Ba'athist Syria
Allegiance Ba'athist Syria
BranchMinistry of Interior
TypeQuick reaction force
RoleClose-quarters combat
Counter-insurgency
Counter-terrorism
Direct action
Guerrilla warfare
Hostage rescue
Offensive
Raiding
Reconnaissance
Special operations
Unconventional warfare
Urban warfare
Garrison/HQDamascus
Engagements
Commanders
CommanderMajor general Bassel al-Shaker

The Syrian Special Mission Forces (Arabic: وحدة المهام الخاصة) was a quick reaction force of the Ministry of Interior of Ba'athist Syria. They were tasked with defending against attacks on government-controlled parts of Aleppo and Damascus, and other urban settings.