CJTF-HOA is comprised of multiple U.S. military branches, coupled with foreign armed service personnel from various allied and partner nations. We work alongside our allies and partners to counter transnational threats. Our command works against malign actors to strengthen our collective security forces and respond to crises to advance U.S. national interests and promote regional security, stability, and prosperity.
By Senior Airman Mario Calabro, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of AfricaDjiboutiJul 25, 2022
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U.S. Forces Conduct Strikes Supporting Somali National Army, Targeting al Shabaab
In support of a military operation led by the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted airstrikes against al-Shabaab on May 21, 2025.
U.S. Forces Conduct Strikes Supporting Somali National Army, Targeting al Shabaab
In support of a military operation led by the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted airstrikes against al-Shabaab on May 21, 2025.