Somalia Conducts Additional Counter-terrorism Operation in Hiraan Region Against Al-Shabaab With International Support

The operation neutralized three key figures—Nur Abdi Rooble (Nuunwye), Ringleader Caddaw, and Macallin Cumar—disrupting the group’s leadership structure.

AFRICA — On June 6, 2025, the Somali National Army (SNA), supported by international partners (indicating possible support from U.S. forces), conducted a missile strike near Ceelhareeri in the Moqokori district of the Hiraan region, targeting senior Al-Shabaab commander Nur Nuunule and his militias.

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The operation neutralized three key figures—Nur Abdi Rooble (Nuunwye), Ringleader Caddaw, and Macallin Cumar—disrupting the group’s leadership structure.

This strike occurred amidst ongoing Al-Shabaab attacks across multiple regions, including Hiran, Middle Shabelle, Mudug, and Galgaduud, which targeted civilians and security forces on June 7, 2025.

The Somali Federal Government confirmed the deaths, emphasizing the operation’s impact on regional security.