Lekhwiya

For the football club formerly known as Lekhwiya SC until 2017, see Al Duhail SC.

Lekhwiya is Qatar's elite internal security force established in 2004 to handle national security, counter-terrorism, VIP protection, and major event security. Reporting directly to the Emir, they represent a highly trained, militarized force distinct from regular police. They recently participated in 2025 National Day parades and 2025 United Nations General Assembly security.

Lekhwiya have conducted joint exercises with international forces including France's GIGN.

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