Gendarmerie (Republika Srpska)

The Gendarmerie (Žandarmerija) of Republika Srpska is a specialized unit within the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MUP) of Republika Srpska, one of the two entities comprising Bosnia and Herzegovina. It functions as a mobile police force, equipped and trained to handle high-risk security situations, public order disturbances, counter-terrorism operations, and providing support to other police units within Republika Srpska.

The Gendarmerie is distinct from the regular police forces within Republika Srpska, possessing a higher level of training and specialized equipment, including armored vehicles and advanced weaponry. Its responsibilities extend to securing vital infrastructure, providing security at large public gatherings, and responding to natural disasters.

Historically, the formation of the Gendarmerie in Republika Srpska is tied to the post-Dayton Agreement security restructuring. It represents a force capable of rapidly deploying throughout the entity in response to a variety of security threats. Specific operational details and the exact number of personnel are generally not publicly available. The Gendarmerie's activities are subject to the laws of Republika Srpska and are intended to ensure the safety and security of its citizens within the framework of the broader Bosnian legal and political system.