Boran-8 International Sniper Competition begins in Foça

The Boran-8 International Sniper Competition has commenced in the Foça district of İzmir, organized by the Gendarmerie General Command. The event is being held at the Foça Gendarmerie Commando Training Command Retired Gendarmerie Colonel Mehmet Remzi Kızılsu Shooting Range.

A total of 48 teams, each consisting of one observer and one sniper, are competing. This includes 36 teams from 19 friendly and allied nations, alongside 12 teams from various Turkish security branches, including the Gendarmerie General Command, Land Forces Command, Naval Forces Command, Special Forces Command, Coast Guard Command, and General Directorate of Security.

The competition aims to increase awareness of the importance of sniping, establish a professional culture in the field, and facilitate the sharing of experiences gained during counter-terrorism operations. Shooting stages include perception, hostage, pistol, graduated distance, night, different caliber, scenario, and infiltration drills.

On October 16, designated as ‘Elite Observer Day’, the event will feature scenario and demonstration shooting, as well as ‘Steel Wings’ and ‘Grape Cluster’ displays. The Gendarmerie Commando Special Public Order Command will also perform helicopter-based shooting and parachute jumps. Additionally, 44 companies will exhibit weapons, vehicles, and equipment from October 14 to 17.