Africa: Egyptian Troops Expected to Join AU Mission in Somalia

Africa: Egyptian Troops Expected to Join AU Mission in Somalia

Cairo -- Egyptian forces are expected to soon join the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), officials said, as technical and legal arrangements are finalised.

Egyptian troops will be joining the African Union Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) and will be stationed in the Middle Shabelle region.

Mogadishu–Senior officials of the African Union (AU) have announced that Egyptian troops will officially join the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) once all technical and legal preparations are finalized. This is crucial for the resumption of operations. Reports indicate that the Egyptian unit will play a vital role in the fight against Al-Shabab, particularly in strategic settlements in Somalia. According to op…