The , known in English as the Gendarmerie Special Public Security Command, is the elite tactical unit of the Turkish Gendarmerie General Command. Established in its modern form following the 1999 Marmara earthquake, JÖAK serves as a high-readiness force for complex domestic security operations and large-scale natural disasters that exceed the capabilities of standard gendarmerie units. Core Missions and Responsibilities

Providing expert explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) and sharpshooting capabilities. Specialized Units

JÖAK's mandate covers high-threat scenarios during both peacetime and crises. Their primary duties include:

Specialized response for disasters like earthquakes, floods, and avalanches, as well as underwater and mountain rescue.

Training is conducted at the Jandarma School at Foça , with additional guidance from Turkish Army instructors for specialized skill sets. Gendarmerie Special Public Order Command (JÖAK)

Personnel are chosen from within the Gendarmerie based on . The selection process is rigorous and includes:

Includes specialized Sniper and EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) units. Selection and Training

Candidates must have a clean disciplinary record and pass strict medical and security screenings.