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| Unit 777 Combat | |
|---|---|
| الوحدة 777 قتال | |
| Active | 1978 – present |
| Country |  Egypt |
| Allegiance | Military of Egypt |
| Branch | Egyptian Army |
| Type | Special forces |
| Size | Classified |
| Part of | El-Sa'ka Forces |
| Garrison/HQ | Southern Cairo |
| Mascot(s) | The Eagle of Thunderbolt |
| Engagements | EgyptAir Flight 321 EgyptAir Flight 648 Larnaca International Airport Raid Operation Eagle |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Classified |
| Notable commanders | Hatem Saber |
| Aircraft flown | |
| Helicopter | Westland Sea King Commando Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk Mil Mi-8 CH-47 Chinook |
Unit 777 (Arabic: الوحدة 777 قتال), also known as Task Force 777, is a tier two special force in the Egyptian Army, falling under the El-Sa'ka Force. They specializes in black operations, commando style raids, counterterrorism, executive protection, hostage rescue, irregular warfare, manhunting, and special operations in behind enemy lines. It was created in 1978[1] by the government of Anwar Sadat in response to concerns of increased terrorist activity following the expulsion of Soviet military advisors from the country by Sadat and his efforts to achieve peace with Israel.[1]