Al-Shabaab’s Control Weakens in Central Somalia as Strongholds Fall
MOGADISHU, Somalia - On a fiery Monday, the notorious Al-Shabaab lost numerous key villages across Somalia's heartland. This victory was shared by gleeful military officials who informed us of the inroads made by retaking several frontlines and districts paralyzed by extremist activities aimed at dethroning the government.
It was the dynamic duo—the Somali National Army (SNA) and Maawisley militia—that cleared these villages. Officials mentioned that government troops plan to stick around for a while to ensure the safety…