US Airstrikes Surge in Somalia, Surpassing 2024 Numbers

US airstrikes surge in Somalia, surpassing 2024 numbers

American forces have increased the number of airstrikes on ISIS and al-Shabab fighters this year, in support of Somali military operations.

US Has Doubled Its Airstrikes in Somalia, Surpassing 2024 Levels

U.S. Africa Command has ratched up airstrikes in Somalia as it looks to pressure militants there, the head of the command told reporters May 30.  Gen. Michael E. Langley said the U.S. has already carried out more than 25 airstrikes in Somalia this year, “double the number of strikes that we did last year.” The operations have involved American drones and Navy aircraft, U.S. officials have said. “The U.S. is actively pursuing and eliminating ji…

Somalia, US discuss to deepen security cooperation and the fight against extremist groups

U.S. Ambassador to Somalia, Hon. Richard Riley and Somalia’s Defense Minister, Ahmed Ma’alin Fiqi held a high level meeting in Mogadishu yesterday. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to strengthen the bilateral cooperation between the two countries particularly the fight against extremist groups like Al-shabab and ISIS. The meeting was part of the constant efforts between the two sides in which they are committed to ensure peace an…