(17-12-23) MOGADISHU (HN) — The Somali National Army, in cooperation with the US military, on Sunday conducted a drone strike aimed at a senior Al-Shabaab leader in the Middle Jubba region.
A statement from the Ministry of Defence for the Federal Republic of Somalia declared, “In coordination with US forces, the Somali National Army has executed a strategic operation in Middle Jubba, targeting a high-level Al-Shabaab leader. This mission is crucial to our counterterrorism endeavours and underscores our commitment to Somalia’s security and stability.”
Details on the strike results and the Al-Shabaab leader’s status are yet to be confirmed. This recent action signifies a firm stance against terrorism in the region and is integral to a broader strategy to secure long-term peace in Somalia.
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