Brazil’s SOC
Special Operations Command is not like every other specialized anti-terror team. This team is ready for any kind of attack, be it small or large. In fact, they confidently boast being one of the world’s largest special forces units.
Brazil Special Forces
SOC took on many missions in 2016 during the FIFA Soccer World Cup in their home country. These missions included thwarting terror attacks during the games.
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Italy’s Leatherheads
Alright, their official name is actually Gruppo di Intervento Speciale or GIS. They started out at as a specialized policing unit but then upgraded in 2004.
Leatherheads
Recently they took point to watch over dignitaries attending the G7 Italian Presidency in May. Their 150-man team is headed by Commander Alfa, the only member allowed to speak in public.
