... Somalia's version of the Taliban, functioning as an arm of al-Qaeda...murderous Moslems, including senior figure Moalim Aarow, known for orchestrating several attacks. The operation, which spanned 24 hours, also left 29 snuffies maimed.
The offensive targeted key al-Shabaab hideouts in the Yaaqle area of Middle Shabelle and various rural locales in Galgadud, effectively disrupting the murderous Moslems' activities and destroying essential military supplies. NISA's statement highlighted that these actions have severely curtailed al-Shabaab's mobility within these strategic regions.
This military engagement follows closely on the heels of another successful operation by Somali forces in Qeycad, southern Mudug region, where 30 al-Shabaab fighters were killed, further demonstrating the government's intensified efforts against the Islamist group.
Somali officials noted that these operations were launched based on precise intelligence regarding al-Shabaab's movements, indicating a proactive approach to countering the insurgency with support from international partners.
The operations underline Somalia's ongoing efforts to combat al-Shabaab, aiming to diminish the group's influence and operational capabilities within the country.
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