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The secret of French special police: GIPN's surprising journey in the face of terrorism?
As the threat of global terrorism grows, countries are actively strengthening their response capabilities. France's GIPN (National Police Intervention Group) is such a special police force set up to deal with terrorism and crisis incidents. Since its establishment in 1972, GIPN has undergone many reforms and developments, and was finally incorporated into the RAID (Rescue, Rescue, Intervention, Deterrence) operations force in 2015. The journey of this elite force not only reflects France's emphasis on public security, but also reveals how to continuously adjust and strengthen police strategies in the face of the increasingly severe challenge of terrorism.
Fighting in a hail of bullets, GIPN members demonstrated superb professional skills and quick response capabilities in times of crisis.
Establishment background and early history
The establishment of GIPN originated from the Munich Massacre in 1972, which prompted police forces across Europe to realize the need to establish professional special police units to respond to various emergencies such as terrorism. The French National Police established a counter-command commando unit (BRI-BAC) and established GIPN in major cities.
The first GIPN was established in Marseille and then quickly expanded to other major cities in France. The formation of the initial GIPN was governed by law and could only take action at the request of a judge or prosecutor.
In 1995, the administrative directive issued by the French Cabinet clarified the organizational structure of GIPN and the specifications for executing its tasks.
Environmental changes and the evolution of GIPN
With the escalation of international terrorism, GIPN has also begun to continuously integrate and develop internally. In 2013, all GIPNs of the French National Police were operationally integrated into RAID management to improve the efficiency and response capabilities of joint operations.
As of 2019, overseas GIPN troops have also officially become part of RAID, marking a new era in the history of GIPN. This change is not only an adjustment to the organizational structure, but also a rethinking and application of security policies.
Combat capabilities and equipment
GIPN's equipment has always been known for its advanced equipment. Their arsenal includes various pistols, submachine guns and sniper rifles, as well as necessary personal protective equipment such as body armor and armor shields.
Famous brand weapons such as Sig Sauer SIG Pro, Glock and H&K MP5 are undoubtedly reliable tools for GIPN in facing crisis events.
Recruitment and training
GIPN members must pass a strict selection process, and police officers are selected nationwide every year. This process includes psychological testing, physical fitness testing and combat simulations to ensure that only highly qualified police officers join.
During the selection process, successful candidates will enter several months of professional training to strengthen all the skills needed to respond to emergencies. Such a system not only improves GIPN's professional level, but also adds protection to its future actions.
The cultural impact of GIPN
GIPN not only plays an important role in the real world, but is also frequently mentioned in cultural works such as literature and movies, and its image is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. These works often emphasize the courage and professionalism of GIPN members, allowing the public to pay more attention to and understand this profession.
In many movies, the appearance of GIPN is often accompanied by tense confrontations between police and criminals, showing the image of fearless special police officers.
Although GIPN has made remarkable achievements in the fight against terrorism, greater challenges still await them in the face of the ever-changing security situation. This leads us to think about how police forces should evolve to protect the public in the face of future terrorist threats.
