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Sheikh Mansoor Attends UAE SWAT Challenge 2026, Praises Global Tactical Teams

Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed attended the second day of the UAE SWAT Challenge 2026 at the Training City in Al Ruwayyah. He witnessed teams compete in a complex 'Hostage Rescue' challenge involving sniper engagement and tactical extraction. The event featured 109 teams from 48 countries, focusing on precision and operational readiness. He praised Dubai Police for organizing the platform, which fosters global expertise exchange to combat evolving security threats.

Key Points: UAE SWAT Challenge 2026 Hosts 109 Teams from 48 Countries

  • 109 tactical teams from 48 countries
  • Focus on hostage rescue precision
  • Platform for global expertise exchange
  • Aims to address evolving security challenges
  • Organized by Dubai Police and Ministry of Interior
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Mansoor bin Mohammed attends Day 2 of UAE SWAT Challenge 2026

Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed attends Day 2 of the UAE SWAT Challenge 2026, witnessing elite tactical teams compete in hostage rescue scenarios.

"enhancing competitiveness, exchanging expertise, and advancing operational capabilities amongst police forces - Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed"

Dubai, February 8

Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, attended competitions on the second day of the UAE SWAT Challenge 2026 held at the Training City in Al Ruwayyah, Dubai.

Sheikh Mansoor was accompanied by Lieutenant General Abdulla Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, along with senior officers. Commanders of tactical teams from around the world were also in attendance.

During his visit, he witnessed the participation of some of the competing teams in the 'Hostage Rescue' challenge, one of the key components of the challenge. A total of 109 tactical and special police teams representing 48 countries took part in the seventh edition of the challenge, which calls for extremely high levels of precision, coordination, and tactical readiness.

The scenario involves a sniper from each team engaging a target from atop a tower, followed by the entry of the remaining team members into the building while accurately engaging multiple targets and safely extracting a simulated hostage represented by a very heavy dummy.

Sheikh Mansoor praised the efforts of Dubai Police, acting within the ambit of the Ministry of Interior, in organising and hosting the UAE SWAT Challenge.

Sheikh Mansoor noted the sustained growth of the event year after year and its success in achieving the ultimate objectives of enhancing competitiveness, exchanging expertise, and advancing operational capabilities amongst police forces and special units worldwide, thereby strengthening their preparedness in addressing evolving security challenges and risks facing communities.

He also commended the UAE Swat Challenge for providing an exceptional platform for tactical teams and special units at both the local and international levels to share experiences, learn about the latest global best practices in rapid response operations, and assess levels of efficiency and operational readiness.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Impressive scale - 109 teams from 48 countries! The hostage rescue scenario sounds incredibly intense. Shows the level of professionalism required for modern policing.
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Vikram M
While such events are good for PR and training, I hope our own police forces get adequate funding and modern equipment back home. Sometimes we focus too much on international events while local thana conditions need improvement. Just my two cents.
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Priya S
UAE is really becoming a hub for such high-profile security and defense events. Good to see our forces interacting with the best in the world. Exchange of expertise is crucial in today's times.
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Rohit P
The description of the challenge is thrilling! A sniper shot from a tower followed by a full assault... sounds like an action movie but it's real training. Hats off to all the personnel who do this tough job.
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Karthik V
Building international partnerships in security is very important. Hope our ties with UAE in this field grow stronger. They are a key partner in the region.

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