U.S. Forces Conduct Strikes Targeting al Shabaab

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted airstrikes targeting al Shabaab on Sept. 9, 2025.

By U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs , United States Africa Command Stuttgart, Germany Sep 11, 2025

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In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted airstrikes targeting al Shabaab on Sept. 9, 2025.

The airstrikes occurred in the Shabelle Region of Somalia.

AFRICOM, alongside the Federal Government of Somalia and Somali Armed Forces, continues to take action to degrade al Shabaab's ability to threaten the U.S. homeland, our forces, and our citizens abroad.

Specific details about units and assets will not be released to ensure continued operations security.

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U.S. Forces Conduct Strikes Targeting al Shabaab

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