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US, Somalian Military Strikes Target Al-Shabaab Militants In Hirshabelle, Somalia
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US, Somalian Military Strikes Target Al-Shabaab Militants In Hirshabelle, Somalia

US Africa Command: "The command's initial assessment is that several terrorists and a vehicle were neutralized and that no civilians were injured or killed."

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SOMALIA - On March 2nd, 2025, the Somali National Army, in collaboration with U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), conducted a bombing operation in the Middle Shabelle region of Hirshabelle State, Somalia, specifically around the areas of Ceel Baraf and Biya Adde.

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The operation aimed to disrupt the activities of Al-Shabaab, an armed group referred to in some releases as "Khawaarij" (a term often used to denote extremists or rebels, in this case members of the Al-Shabaab terrorist organization.

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The Somali Ministry of Information reports that the operation resulted in significant outcomes:

  • The destruction of multiple vehicles used by Al-Shabaab members.

  • The seizure or elimination of explosives intended for future attacks.

  • In one specific account, the deaths of 44 Al-Shabaab members, including leaders, though this figure varies across releases and has not been provided with independent verification in the statements.

  • No civilian casualties were reported by the Somalian military, a point emphasized in multiple statements.

The operation involved airstrikes and coordinated ground efforts, described as carefully planned. The Somali National Army and U.S. forces (referred to by the Somalian government as international friends) continue to pursue and evaluate ongoing efforts to weaken Al-Shabaab’s operational capacity.

A statement by U.S. Africa Command said, "The command's initial assessment is that several terrorists and a vehicle were neutralized and that no civilians were injured or killed."

Strikes Meant To Enhance Security In Somalia, Counter Regional Threats Posed By Al-Shabaab

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