U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting ISIS-Somalia

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike targeting armed ISIS-Somalia militants on Jan. 8, 2026.

By U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs , United States Africa Command Stuttgart, Germany Jan 10, 2026

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In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike targeting armed ISIS-Somalia militants on Jan. 8, 2026.

The airstrike occurred in the vicinity of the Golis Mountains, approximately 31 km southeast of Bossaso.

AFRICOM, alongside the Federal Government of Somalia and Somali Armed Forces, continues to take action to degrade ISIS-Somalia’s ability to threaten the U.S. Homeland, our forces, and our citizens abroad.

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

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U.S. Forces Conduct Strike Targeting ISIS-Somalia

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike targeting armed ISIS-Somalia militants on Jan. 8, 2026.

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