MOGADISHU – Somalia’s Defense Minister, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, announced today that 120 militants from al-Qaeda-linked al-Shabaab group were killed.
Prominent Commanders from al-Shabab Killed Over the Past 72 Hours
A series of intensified military operations carried out over the past 72 hours resulted in the death of 120 members from al-Shabab.
Among the dead were what he described as “prominent commanders” within the group.
Speaking to the press, Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi confirmed that Somali National Army (SNA) forces, supported by international partners, also captured several suspects.
Including field leaders believed to have played key roles in the insurgency.
Ahmed Moalim Fiqi: Significant Victories Recorded for SNA
He emphasized that the Somali army continues to strengthen its presence in Aden Yabal, a strategic town in the Middle Shabelle region, and has recorded “significant victories” in the ongoing offensive against the militant group.
Earlier this week, the Somali military reported killing 46 al-Shabaab fighters in an airstrike.
This airstrike was conducted in El-Hareri area of central Hiran region.
These operations are part of the broader national campaign aimed at dismantling al-Shabaab’s control across several key territories in Somalia.
Somali Government Liberates Multiple Areas From al-Shabab
For over a decade, Somali security forces have been engaged in a fierce battle against al-Shabaab.
This battle has claimed responsibility for numerous deadly attacks.
al-Shabab attacks were targeting civilians, government officials, and military personnel.
In recent months, government-led offensives have successfully liberated multiple areas previously held by the militants.
