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U.S. intensifies airstrikes in Somalia targeting al-Shabab and ISIS
military conflicts Jan 13, 2026, 9:56 PM
U.S. intensifies airstrikes in Somalia targeting al-Shabab and ISIS
  • The U.S. conducted multiple airstrikes in Somalia in January targeting al-Shabab and ISIS-Somalia.
  • These strikes were part of a coordinated effort with the Somali government to combat terrorist threats.
  • The increased military action highlights the growing concerns about the capacity of these groups to pose risks to U.S. national security.
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US airstrikes surge against ISIS and al-Shabaab in Somalia
military conflicts Nov 28, 2025, 1:44 PM
US airstrikes surge against ISIS and al-Shabaab in Somalia
  • In 2024, U.S. Africa Command carried out over 100 airstrikes in Somalia against ISIS-Somalia and al-Shabaab.
  • Recent operations revealed high-value ISIS targets were struck, with reports of terrorist casualties.
  • The rise in U.S. military actions highlights growing concerns regarding the resurgence of al-Shabaab amidst political fragmentation in Somalia.
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