Somali Military, With International Support, Eliminates Dozens of Al-Shabaab Militants in Overnight Strikes
Somali Military, With International Support, Eliminates Dozens of Al-Shabaab Militants in Overnight Strikes
The Somali armed forces conducted a series of airstrikes overnight targeting the extremist group's positions in the Middle Shabelle region, the country's Ministry of Defense announced.
The operation resulted in the death of 29 militants and the destruction of vehicles and weapons intended for attacks against civilians, according to the ministry.
The ministry expressed gratitude for the intelligence and support provided by international partners, though specific countries were not named.
The operation is part of ongoing efforts to degrade the capabilities of Al-Shabaab*, a radical Islamist group with ties to Al-Qaeda* that has long fought against the Somali government and humanitarian efforts.
* terrorist organizations banned in Russia and many other countries
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