Over 16 Al-Shabaab was killed by Somali National army in Lower Shabelle region.
The attack took place on al-Shabaab positions near the town of Awdhegle. Awdhegle the strategic town was recently captured from Al shabaab.
"This successful mission is yet another demonstration
of the growing and increasing capabilities of the Somali Security Forces and
further proof that given the right conditions, the Somali National Army (SNA)
is capable of executing successful anti-terror operations and can take over
security responsibility of their countryā€¯, said Ambassador Francisco Madeira,
the Head of AMISOM.
He explained that capturing and holding grounds are
central to the delivery of justice to all Somalis who have been victims of the
brutality of the terrorists for far too long.
He emphasised that AMISOM and Somali Security Forces
will continue with liberating areas currently under the control of terrorists
with the aim to restore the dignity of the people of Somalia and provide them
with the opportunity for a better life.
In Awdheegle, the security forces are currently
conducting patrols, securing critical infrastructure such as roads and schools.
Since April 2019, AMISOM and the Somali Security Forces
through joint planning and operations have captured Al-Shabaab strongholds
including Sabiid,Anole and Bariire in the Lower Shebelle region.
Over 16 Al-Shabaab was killed by Somali National army in Lower Shabelle region.
Over 16 al-Shabaab was killed by Somali National Army special forces attacked al-Shabaab positions in the Lower Shabelle region.