U.S. Forces Conducts Strike Targeting al-Shabaab

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike targeting al-Shabaab militants on Jan. 29, 2026.

By U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs , United States Africa Command Stuttgart, Germany Jan 30, 2026

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In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike targeting al-Shabaab militants on Jan. 29, 2026.

The airstrikes occurred approximately 56 km southwest of Mogadishu.

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

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

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U.S. Forces Conducts Strike Targeting al-Shabaab

In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike targeting al-Shabaab militants on Jan. 29, 2026.

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