Latest "airstrike somalia" stories

‘High-ranking’ al-Shabab leader killed in U.S. strike

“This individual was a key leader in the al-Shabaab organization," Army Gen. Stephen Townsend, the AFRICOM commander said in a news release. “He was violent, ruthless, and responsible for the loss of many innocent lives. His removal makes Somalia and neighboring countries safer.”

By Shawn Snow

3 years ago

Record breaking US airstrikes pushing al-Shabab fighters into urban areas

The U.S. kicked off 2020 with a bang in Somalia launching nearly 14 airstrikes since the start of the new year putting the U.S. on pace for another record breaking year for airstrikes against militants in the country

By Shawn Snow

3 years ago