U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting al-Shabaab

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike against the al-Shabaab militant network in Somalia on Dec. 24, 2024.



By U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs United States Africa Command Stuttgart, Germany Dec 26, 2024
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In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike against the al-Shabaab militant network in Somalia on Dec. 24, 2024.

The strike occurred approximately 10 km southwest of Quyno Barrow.

The command's initial assessment is that the strike killed two al-Shabaab militants and no civilians were harmed.

U.S. Africa Command takes great measures to prevent civilian harm.

Protecting innocent civilians remains a vital part of the command's operations to promote a more secure and stable Africa.

Somalia remains central to the security environment in East Africa. U.S.

Africa Command's forces will continue training, advising, and equipping partner forces to degrade al- Shabaab.

The command will continue to assess the results of the operation and provide additional information as appropriate. Specific details about the units involved and assets used will not be released to ensure operational security.

U.S. Africa Command, headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, works with partners to counter malign actors and international threats, responds to crises, and strengthens security forces to advance U.S. national interests and promote regional security, stability, and prosperity.

 

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