Somalia: Somali Danab Forces Step Up Operations Against Al-Shabaab Around Kismayo

Somalia: Somali Danab Forces Step Up Operations Against Al-Shabaab Around Kismayo

Jubaland, Somalia -- Somali elite Danab forces have intensified operations against Al-Shabaab in multiple areas surrounding Kismayo, the interim capital of the Jubbaland regional administration.

The Danab Commandos have initiated anti-Al-Shabab operations in the Lower Jubba Region.

The Danab Commandos, a Special Elite Force of the Somali National Army, have increased their operations in the settlements surrounding Kismayo, the provincial capital of Jubaland administration. According to sources, these operations are aimed at maintaining security and were launched after receiving intelligence reports of Al-Shabab’s attempts to reorganize and take control of some settlements. The Danab Commandos are working alongside other fo…