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Somali Army Readies Al-Shabaab Operations
Somali forces prepare military actions against Al-Shabaab militants in Lower Shabelle region.
In brief
Somali forces prepare military actions against Al-Shabaab militants in Lower Shabelle region. Somali army commander urges troops to prepare for operations targeting Al-Shabaab in Lower Shabelle region. Originally reported by Allafrica.
Somali Army Commander
Colonel Farah Mahmoud Hirsi urged troops in Lower Shabelle to prepare for operations against Al-Shabaab militants.
“He said the planned military campaign was part of broader efforts to improve security and stability in areas inhabited by Somali civilians”
Military Operations Plan
Troops must maintain vigilance, unity and combat readiness to protect communities from Al-Shabaab.
“Al-Shabaab, an Al-Qaeda-linked group, has waged an insurgency against Somalia's federal government for more than a decade”
Al-Shabaab Threat
Al-Shabaab continues attacks on security forces and civilians in southern Somalia.
“The latest announcement comes as Somali forces continue efforts to weaken the group's presence in parts of southern Somalia”
The big picture
Somali army commander urges troops to prepare for operations targeting Al-Shabaab in Lower Shabelle region.
