U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) stated that on September 4, it conducted an airstrike in Somalia targeting Al-Shabaab militants. AFRICOM stated that the airstrike was carried out in coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, targeting a location approximately 175 kilometers west of Mogadishu.
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The U.S. command noted that AFRICOM, the Federal Government of Somalia, and the Somali Armed Forces continue operations to degrade Al-Shabaab’s ability to threaten U.S. forces and citizens abroad.
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AFRICOM did not disclose details regarding the specific units, aircraft, or weaponry used in the strike, stating that such information would not be released due to operational security and secrecy.
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This airstrike comes as U.S. and Somali forces have intensified operations against Al-Shabaab in parts of the country.
AFRICOM also stated that another airstrike against Al-Shabaab took place on September 5, 2026, though details regarding the location and resulting casualties were not disclosed in the statement.
