Somali National Army Chief held a meeting with China Ambassador to Somalia

The Chief of the Somali National Army, General Odawa Yusuf Rage, held a meeting in Mogadishu with the Chinese Ambassador to Somalia, Mr. Wang Yu.

Danab Commandos eliminate senior Al-Shabaab bomb-maker in Bay.

The Danab Special Forces of Somali National Army (SNA) have conducted a special operation in the Durduro area of the Bay region, where they successfully eliminated a senior Al-Shabaab commander identified as Ahmed Mohamed (Mascuud).

Somali National Army has carried out successful operations against khawarij in Bakool region

The Somali National Army has carried out operations against Al-Shabaab along the key road connecting the town of hudur to the Qurac-Jome area in the Bakool region.

Somali Armed Forces Leadership Attends 17th International Defense Industry Fair in Istanbul

A delegation from Somalia's Ministry of Defense, including Infantry Commander General Sahal Abdullahi Omar and Navy Commander General Abdulwahab Abdullahi Omar, is participating in the 17th International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF) in Istanbul.

The State Minister of Defence welcomes the Defence Minister of the Union of the Comoros

The State Minister for Defence, H.E. Omar Ali Abdi, warmly welcomed the Minister of Defence of the Union of the Comoros, H.E. Youssoufa Mohamed Ali, upon his arrival today at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu.

The Minister of Defence H.E. Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, officially received the military training facility in Baidoa

The Minister of Defence H.E. Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, officially received the military training facility in Baidoa, which was constructed and supported by the United Kingdom. The handover followed a meeting with the newly appointed UKinSomalia, Amb.Charles King.

The 34th Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Policy Organs Meetings entered its third day,

The 34th Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) Policy Organs Meetings entered its third day, with the commencement of the high-level Chiefs of Defence Forces (CDF) session.

The State Minister of Defence, H.E. Omar Ali Abdi, officially opened the 34th Policy Organs Meetings of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF)

This marks the first time Somalia is hosting the meetings, which are being held in Mogadishu, while MoD is holding the Chairmanship for the year.

Successful Operation has been conducted by the local Forces Macawiisley in Middle Shabelle

The brave local forces Macawiisley carried out a well-planned operation in the Gulane area of Middle Shabelle region, in which they killed two senior commanders of the Khawarij and there bodyguards.

Somalia's Minister of Defence Meets with EU Training Mission Delegation

Mogadishu, July 2, 2025 —Somalia's Minister of Defence, H.E. Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, along with senior officials from the Ministry, held a meeting today with a delegation from the European Union Training Mission in Somalia (EUTM-S), led by Colonel Riccardo Peretto, Head of the EUTM-S Advisory Team.

The President Participated the Independence and Unity Day Celebration

Mogadishu, July 1, 2025 – The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Dr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, participated in the 65th anniversary celebration of the country's Independence and Unity Day.

SNA Targets Al-Shabaab Hideouts in Abooreey

Early this morning, the Somali National Army (SNA), supported by local community forces, carried out a well-coordinated operation in the Abooreey area, which falls under the Buulo-Burde district in the Hiiraan region.

Local Forces Eliminate Senior Al-Shabaab Leader in Planned Operation

The local forces of Daaru-nimco carried out a planned operation targeting Al-Shabaab Khawarij, resulting in the killing of a senior commander and several of his bodyguards.

Somali Special Forces Conduct Successful Operation in Lower Shabelle, Killing Senior Al-Shabaab Leader

Somali National Army special forces Danab has carried out a well-planned operation during the midnight hours in the village of Yuumbis, located approximately 7 kilometers northwest of the Barriire area in the Lower Shabelle region.

Somali Army Ground Forces Commander Visits Frontlines in Middle Shabelle

The Commander of the Somali National Army's Ground Forces, General Sahal Abdullahi Omar paid a morale-boosting and advisory visit to the frontlines in the Middle Shabelle region, including the area around Masajid Ali Gadud.

Somali National Army's Commandos Danab arrest Senior Khawaarij Leader in Lower Shabelle region

The Somali National Army's Commandos Danab , specifically the 161st Battalion, have successfully carried out a well-coordinated operation in parts of the Lower Shabelle region

Minister of Defence H.E. Ahmed Moalim Fiqi today attended a ceremony at Dhagabadan Training Centre marking the inauguration of completed infrastructure works

Minister of Defence H.E. Ahmed Moalim Fiqi today attended a ceremony at Dhagabadan Training Centre marking the inauguration of completed infrastructure works and the handover of critical non-lethal military assistance from the European Union, including vehicles and essential equipment for the Somali…

The Minister of Defence H.E. Ahmed Moalim Fiqi today attended a ceremony at Dhagabadan Training Centre marking the inauguration of completed infrastructure works

Minister of Defence H.E. Ahmed Moalim Fiqi today attended a ceremony at Dhagabadan Training Centre marking the inauguration of completed infrastructure works and the handover of critical non-lethal military assistance from the European Union, including vehicles and essential equipment for the Somali…

Somali National Army and Jubbaland Forces Conduct Joint Planned Operation Along the Banks of the Jubba River

Somali National Army (SNA), specifically the Danab Commandos of the 162nd unit and the 56th battalion of the 11th brigade under the 43rd division, with the Jubbaland State's Darawish forces, have carried out a large-scale, planned military operation in several areas along the banks of the Jubba…

Somali National Army and UPDF Achieve Major Victory Against Al-Shabaab in Lower Shabelle

The brave forces of the Somali National Army (SNA), supported by the Ugandan People's Defence Forces (UPDF), have scored a significant victory in the ongoing fight against the Al-Shabaab Khawarij following a successful, well-planned operation in the strategic areas of Sabiid and Anole villages in…

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