In Somalia, more than 100 Al-Shabaab militants have surrendered, showing progress in the fight against the group. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has led successful campaigns against the militants, reclaiming territories in central and southern Somalia. The government is welcoming defectors with open arms, offering amnesty to those who have been misled by the terrorists. Recent reports show that militants have turned themselves in across various regions in Somalia. The government is not only focusing on military operations but also targeting the group’s financial backers and shutting down businesses that support them. Social media accounts promoting Al-Shabaab’s agenda have been shut down, with a push for unity and economic growth to combat extremism. The Somalia National Army is being supported by the US Army and the African Union Mission, resulting in the deaths of over 3,000 militants. The fight against Al-Shabaab continues to make progress in Somalia.
