Mogadishu, Somalia (AX) — With precision and grit, Somalia’s elite forces stamped out a cadre of Al-Shabaab extremists near Qey’ad, nestled within southern Mudug. The Ministry of Defense trumpeted this success on Tuesday.
Rallying from the front lines, military brass confirmed that at least 10 individuals suspected to be Al-Shabaab fighters met their end in this daring blitz.
This mission isn’t a standalone affair. It’s a slice of a massive campaign to dismantle the militant web and forge a safer crease for Somali folks. Statements from the ministry underscored the gallantry of the Somali National Army as they turned up the heat on Al-Shabaab’s dwindling presence in the region. “Our forces remain unyielding in the fight against terror and fiercely protective of our people,” declared the Ministry of Defense, reinforcing its pledge to tranquility and enduring peace.
For full disclosure enthusiasts, hang tight. The ministry has hinted that more juicy tidbits on this operation will be revealed following a thorough review. This offensive is a cog in the wider machinery driving out Al-Shabaab from their rustic hideouts and shoring up national defenses.
Al-Shabaab, carrying the torch for al-Qaeda’s ideologies, has been slugging it out with the Somali government, keen on ushering in a rigid brand of Islamic governance. Security forces, with a boost from global allies, continue to push back against the group, steadily chipping away at their strength.
Edited by: Ali Musa
alimusa@axadletimes.com
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