Palestinian Presidential Guard | |
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الحرس الرئاسي الفلسطيني | |
Active | 1994–present |
Country | Palestine |
Allegiance | Palestine |
Role | Presidential Guard |
Size | ~3,000[1] |
Part of | Palestinian Security Services |
Garrison/HQ | Ramallah, Palestine |
Commanders | |
Current commander | Major General Mounir Al-Zoubi |
The Palestinian Presidential Guard (PPG; Arabic: الحرس الرئاسي الفلسطيني) is a branch of the Palestinian Security Services under the direct control of the President of the State of Palestine. Its primary role is protection of the President and other VIPs, as well as performing ceremonial functions. The force may also perform special combat functions.