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SAF SPECIAL OPERATIONS GROUP PARTICIPATES IN EXERCISE NORTHSTAR VII

15 Jul 2009

STORY // Ong Hong Tat
PHOTO // PIONEER Photographers

15 Jul 09 - News Video: Stemming the Tide of Terror

15 Jul 09 - Stemming the Tide Of Terror [YouTube]

SOTF troopers landing on the roof of Rasa Sentosa Hotel to storm the hostage sites during the finale of Northstar VII.

SOTF troopers mounting an assault on the terrorists, using multiple points of entry to maintain the element of surprise.

The terrorists returning fire as SPF personnel arrive, before barricading themselves in with hostages.

PM Lee (wearing cap) watching the proceedings while being briefed by Colonel Lam Shiu Tong, Commander SOTF.

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