Somalia’s elite troops from the Danab contingent, supported by local militia forces, executed a security operation in the Lower Shabelle region on Saturday night. This operation resulted in the elimination of a senior al-Shabab leader along with several members of the group.
The targeted operation unfolded in the Hanti wadag neighborhood, a known stronghold of al-Shabab activity in the region. Among those neutralized was Zubeir, a senior figure who held the position of security chief for the al-Shabab group in Lower Shabelle.
A statement issued by the Federal Government hailed the success of the operation, emphasizing the strategic significance of disrupting al-Shabab’s leadership and infrastructure. It underlined the commitment of Somalia’s security forces, particularly the Danab contingent, to tackle terrorism and restore stability in the country.
In addition to eliminating key figures within the al-Shabab hierarchy, the Danab forces also destroyed the group’s positions and assets in the area. The statement reiterated the government’s determination to continue such targeted operations against al-Shabab, aiming to weaken the group’s capabilities and diminish its influence in the region.
The operation underscores the ongoing efforts of Somalia’s security forces, with the support of local allies, to confront and dismantle extremist groups like al-Shabab. It serves as a testament to the resilience and determination of Somalia’s government in combating terrorism and safeguarding the country’s peace and security.
