BASRA, Iraq – The Tactical Response Team portion of Basra's Special Weapons and Tactics hit the shores and took on the mission of improving the well-being of children at Basra's Children's Hospital by delivering medical supplies and toys recently.
The visit gave the citizens of Basra an opportunity to see that the newly established SWAT TRT is giving back to the community.
The hospital's director, Dr. Ayad Latief Al-Mahfudh, expressed his gratitude for the generosity and reaching out to the Basrah community.
"We greatly appreciate the supplies and gifts," said the director. "The children really enjoyed the visit."
The stopover at the children's hospital was the first made by Basrah's SWAT TRT in an effort to show the community they care about their city and its citizens. Established two months ago, Basra's SWAT TRT enhances Iraqi security forces' capability through maritime and urban-strike operations, thus increasing ISF's ability to limit criminal activity.
This mission, however, delivered cotton swabs, band aids, bandages, aspirins and needles to the hospital.
"They were very happy and want us to come more often," said a SWAT TRT officer. "It is our duty to build relationships with the community where we live and work."
"The SWAT TRT officers were very happy, because they were getting to know the people better," said the SWAT TRT major. "They were very excited to introduce themselves to people letting them know what they do as SWAT TRT officers."
The children enjoyed the visit almost as much as the officers conducting the visit.
"It's good to have the kids like us, because they are the future of Iraq," said a SWAT TRT officer. "They now know who we are and what we do ... and that builds trust."
| Date Taken: | 02.22.2009 |
| Date Posted: | 02.22.2009 01:33 |
| Story ID: | 30279 |
| Location: | BASRA, IQ |
| Web Views: | 487 |
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