Federal Government forces, in collaboration with local militias, successfully foiled an attempted attack by the Al-Shabaab terrorist group in the district of Eeldheer, located in the Galgaduud region of central Somalia. Reports emerging from the planned operation indicate a victory against the insurgent group.
According to a press release issued by the Somali military command, the joint forces, including the 24th Brigade of Khalid Bin Walid Somali National Forces, swiftly responded to intelligence about the impending attack. The operation, which unfolded on the outskirts of the Eeldheer district, culminated in the neutralization of the Al-Shabaab militants who were preparing to launch an assault.
Major Mohamed Dhagaweyne, commander of the 24th brigade, Khalid Bin Walid, provided insight into the operation, detailing the coordinated efforts between government forces and local militias. Dhagaweyne highlighted the heavy blow dealt to Al-Shabaab during the joint operation, underscoring the success of the collaborative effort.
The tense situation in the region persists in the aftermath of the operation, with no official statement issued by the Al-Shabaab group regarding the encounter. However, the Somali government has asserted the operation’s success, marking another milestone in ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and restore stability to central regions liberated from Al-Shabaab control.
In recent days, government forces, supported by local militias, have intensified operations against Al-Shabaab insurgents across central Somalia. These operations have led to significant gains, with multiple areas liberated from the grip of the group
