commandos

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Two army commandos were seen walking on either side of Aloka at the head of the quick-paced procession.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

U.S. commandos rescued an aviator early Sunday, 200 miles deep inside Iran, after his F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down Friday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Medical staff at the main hospital in Galle said 32 rescued Iranians were still being treated under tight security provided by police and elite commandos.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

To maintain the element of surprise, the Mexican commandos approached from above in helicopters, supported by surveillance from U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

It was not normal procedure to give commandos this kind of information, but Wilson wanted the men going in with no illusions.

From "Bomb" by Steve Sheinkin