The Danab Commando forces of the Somali National Army carried out a planned operation in the Yaaq-shabeel area of the Lower Juba region, resulting in the killing of a senior member of Al-Shabaab, according to reports on the operation.
The operation took place in the village of Yaaq-shabeel, located approximately 13 kilometers from the Kam-jaroon area in the Lower Juba region. The forces targeted a location held by the group in the area.
During the operation, Abdullahi Yarow—identified as a senior Al-Shabaab member active in the rural areas of western Lower Juba—was killed.
Additionally, Danab forces captured Abdifatah Mohamed, who was also identified as a member of the group operating in the western parts of the region.
This operation is part of the ongoing efforts by the Somali National Army in the Lower Juba region to target Al-Shabaab strongholds, weaken the group’s capabilities, and enhance security in the area.
