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Southwest Darwish forces kill key militant, seize looted supplies, and intensify efforts to dismantle Al-Shabaab’s presence in Southwest State
The Southwest Darwish forces, a military group in Somalia, carried out an operation on Tuesday in Qansahdheere town, located in the Bay region. During this mission, they killed a senior Al-Shabaab member and seized a motorcycle that the militant group had been using.
Military officials reported that the killed Al-Shabaab member was in charge of collecting illegal taxes from local people on behalf of the group. However, the authorities did not reveal the name of the militant. They also stated that other armed Al-Shabaab fighters were present with him during the operation.
In addition to killing the militant, the troops confiscated a motorcycle that was being used to transport food supplies. These rations were reportedly stolen from civilians, further highlighting the suffering of local communities under Al-Shabaab’s rule.
This operation is part of a larger fight against Al-Shabaab, a group that has been causing insecurity in Somalia. Recently, Al-Shabaab has increased its presence in the Bay and Bakool regions, especially after facing heavy defeats in Middle Shabelle. Somali military leaders have warned that the group is trying to regroup in Southwest State, which has raised concerns that they might launch fresh attacks in the region.
The Somali National Army (SNA), along with the local Ma’awisley militia, has been intensifying efforts to eliminate Al-Shabaab. Just a day before this operation, Somali forces conducted two separate attacks in the Lower Shabelle region, where they successfully killed 70 Al-Shabaab fighters. This is part of a nationwide military campaign aimed at dismantling the militant group and restoring peace in Somalia.
The government and its allies have been working hard to weaken Al-Shabaab, which continues to pose a threat to security in various parts of the country. These operations show the determination of the Somali forces to fight against terrorism and protect their people from extortion, violence, and instability.
As Al-Shabaab continues to lose ground in some areas, they are trying to find new places to operate. The Somali military and local militias remain committed to preventing the group from regaining strength, ensuring that civilians can live without fear of attacks or forced taxation by militants.
These recent military actions highlight the ongoing struggle against Al-Shabaab and the efforts of Somali forces to maintain security in the country.