The Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) concluded the training program for the Syrian Civil Defence (White Helmets) team, supervised by the International Search and Rescue Group of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya).
The program aims to qualify and train the Syrian team in urban search and rescue operations and dealing with disasters and crises.
The closing ceremony was attended by HE Deputy Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) Staff Major General Mohammed Misfer Al Shahwani and Charge d'Affaires of the Syrian Embassy in Doah, Dr. Bilal Turkiya.
This program is part of the agreement signed between the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) and the Syrian side, focusing on transferring Qatari expertise in search and rescue.
The program was designed to cover various technical aspects of rescue operations, including handling major crises and managing emergency situations.
The trainees presented a final scenario, which included a realistic simulation of several advanced field operations, highlighting the skills and techniques acquired by the trainees during the training period.
The demonstration included executing rescue procedures in various environments, such as damaged urban areas and natural disasters, showcasing the level of progress the team has reached.
Commander of the Qatar International Search and Rescue Group Major Khalid Abdullah Al Humaidi praised the efforts of both the trainers and trainees, emphasizing that this collaboration reflects Qatar's commitment to actively participate in international humanitarian efforts and enhance the capabilities of field teams during emergency challenges.
He added that this program is an outstanding example of Qatar's leading role in humanitarian assistance and field training, as it seeks to build international capacities that contribute to enhancing security and safety in affected areas.
For his part, Head of the Civil Defense Organization (White Helmets) Raed Al Saleh said that with the conclusion of this training program, they take a new step toward strengthening their teams' capabilities in urban search and rescue, enabling them to work in the most difficult and complex environments, and in new contexts of urban search and rescue that align with the expansion of the Syrian Civil Defence operations.
He pointed out that this training is an important opportunity for exchanging experiences and learning, a shared message of humanitarian solidarity, and a commitment to humanity and its noble values.