The assault groupe is from 1RPIMa SAS (stick actions spéciales) so 2 stick CTLO (c9ntre terrorisme libération d'otages) with helicopters Caracal from 4 RHFS. The 13RDP (dragons parachutistes) make renseignements before operations specials forces. The guys of 13 is a little mad for made "Au delà du possible" and don't make assault. Tanks you by all BFST (Brigade forces spéciales terre).
It’s bizarre right because he must have had accepted his fate twice 🤔🤷♂️ Like wow I’m a prisoner of terrorists that’s not gonna change 😳 and then well I guess I’m free again now lol ☯️ Mind blown
I appreciate that the French military would organize a rescue operation without knowing who the hostage even was. And all apparently while leaving their politicians in the dark. Good changes for France.
French military: We have an actionable mission and will execute with precision. French politicians: We don't know where we're going, but we're on the way.
The French SAS have the same motto as 22SAS....There history goes back to WW2, same as French navy marine commandos who take their history from Royal Marine commandos in WW2 they wear a Green beret just like marines ....
Agreed that Hollande was abad president for France but must acknowledge he had the guts to react swiftly to order the Mali operation that saved this country from invasion, and also authorizing this rescue.
I am reminded of a quote by John Ringo in one of his novels: "We'll take the French as allies. But just the soldiers. French politicians not so much." (sic)
@@noynoybaqui Dealing's a variable term. The US has deeper economic dealings with China. So does Germany, etc. The real problem is Frogs will never be happy playing second fiddle to anybody. It puts their big noses out of joint. Macron, DeGaulle, Mitterand, the list of difficult French leaders goes on. I think Macron was just looking for a foreign policy distraction, and he was probably still pissed at the USA for cutting them out of the Aussie sub deal.
About the last part, when talking about whether or not the french military knew or not about the presence of the hostage, just note that F. Hollande iss well known in France for being the champion for not being sure about what he was doing and/or what he was saying 😅😅😅
Now I'm curious on if the Dutch were searching for him as Dutch KCT operators were operational in Mali during that time. As a Dutch citizen I habe my doubts on the will power of our government to habe set up a operation like that. No disrespect to the KCT ofcourse. Those guys are insanely skilled and true warriors.
As a French it is shameful how discreet and secret is our armed forces even when there is successful operation like this one communication is kept as the minimum. It doesn't highlight how brave these men are and we wonder why patriotism is low here.
Be thankful you get even this much information about French Special Operations from the government. The Canadian Government basically acknowledges that CANSOFCOM exists, and very little else. The almost complete lack of information and accountability is deeply worrying, especially if you believe some of the more juicy and salacious rumors about CANAOFCOM activity over the 30 years
Discreet is smart. I wish the U.S. sof would be a little more discreet; too many book deals and talk show appearances *cough* SEALs *cough*. There is no strategic or operational advantage to not being discreet in these types of things.
Great video - as always! Any thoughts on the Dash-7 in that pic of Rijke in Bamako? That’s a Canadian designation… the dude to the right is obviously an operator. We (🇨🇦) had personnel in Mali … wonder if there was a Canadian presence with JTF2 or CANSOFCOM?
Discreet, professional and willing to plan and carry out a complex operation, to enter combat to protect and rescue a hostage whose identity is not even confirmed. Truely this is special forces at their best.
Thanks. A well done video about a little known operation. However, a bit of background info about French involvement in Mali would be appreciated. Keep up the good work.
@Mathis Colardelle Don't be stupid, what about the french SAS and marine navy commandos? All British trained going back to WW2, commandos wear there berets like Royal marine commandos, I'd do some research, before commenting, you balloon head...
🤔 This is one of those stories that you would never believe it if it was in a movie people would say it’s too unrealistic it’s too far-fetched 🤷♂️ but reality proves again that it’s always stranger than fiction 💯☯️
The sheer mental strength to endure 3 years as a captive. Especially with that similar hostages to aligned groups have had their heads hacked off in front of a camera, and any day they may just do that to you, well its is pretty astounding.
Always have loved your channel and love your content, but on a few recent videos, I felt like you’ve left out some details that people would enjoy hearing. Any chance that you can research these operations and give more details and more contact going forward and each video?
Rest assumed, whatever info he found on this operation has been included in this video. If there are further details you may be privy to that this channel may not have been aware of, please, feel free to tell us.
I find it odd that if he was held hostage for 3 years how come no ransom offer was ever made? And I'm as he really a high value target or just a random civilian that was kidnapped
@@helios4753 true tho I often see it used for a vip or some important person not saying he's not important but the term is used typically for someone like a diplomat or celebrity
From what i've heard at the time, they fell upon the hostage while raiding the camp and didn't knlw there was one at all ... but command decided to play it as if they knew so they didn't look like reapers
@@stevewilson6390 nope the Ministry later said they did not know a hostage was being held here and they were surprised by its presence. Its even said in the video
@@MrYolrs Actually what is said the government statement was lost in translation! It goes on to say at 5.34 time line the military knew it was on hostage rescue mission. I have listend again to what was published and read out ?
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