Doha: Qatar's Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) participated as an observer in the 20th edition of the Raven's Challenge explosives disposal drill in the United States. Lekhwiya's Explosives Group joined the exercise at Fort Devens, Massachusetts, to gain international expertise, exchange best practices, and strengthen professional cooperation.
According to Qatar News Agency, the Raven's Challenge exercise is held annually and is one of the largest specialist explosives ordnance disposal drills in the United States. It brings together experts and specialized units from federal, local, and international agencies to test the latest technologies and operational procedures in realistic security scenarios.