MOGADISHU, Somalia – The brand new commander of america Africa Command (AFRICOM), Common Davgin Anderson, made his first official go to to Mogadishu on Wednesday, holding conferences with senior Somali authorities officers and army leaders.
In an unique interview with state media, Anderson emphasised america’ dedication to enhancing strategic safety cooperation with Somalia, notably within the ongoing battle in opposition to Al-Shabaab and ISIS teams.
The final mentioned he was performing on a directive from US President Donald Trump concerning the revamp of American army operations focusing on the militant teams in Somalia.
Anderson additionally famous AFRICOM’s plans to deepen engagement with Somalia’s federal authorities, the place each Al-Shabaab and the Islamic State-affiliated Daesh keep strongholds.
Because the begin of 2025, the US has performed greater than 20 airstrikes throughout Somalia, most of them focusing on ISIS positions within the rugged Calmiskaad mountains of northeastern Puntland.
The go to by Common Anderson underscores Washington’s continued help for Somalia’s safety sector and its broader efforts to fight terrorism and promote long-term stability within the Horn of Africa nation.
