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US launches airstrike to assist Somali forces under attack
The U.S. conducted an airstrike against al-Shabab in Somalia on Sunday, according to U.S. Africa Command.
By Zamone Perez
‘High-ranking’ al-Shabab leader killed in U.S. strike
“This individual was a key leader in the al-Shabaab organization," Army Gen. Stephen Townsend, the AFRICOM commander said in a news release. “He was violent, ruthless, and responsible for the loss of many innocent lives. His removal makes Somalia and neighboring countries safer.”
By Shawn Snow
AFRICOM accused of more civilian deaths, will begin new CIVCAS report
AFRICOM said it will issue a new quarterly report on the status of ongoing civilian casualty allegations starting at the end of April.
By Kyle Rempfer
Army advisers in Africa following spike in combat
“Special Forces is very good at training tactical-type units; They’re very good at accompanying tactical-type units," McConville said. “But SFABs build a professional military force, which is different."
By Kyle Rempfer
US warplanes pummeling al-Shabab fighters in Somalia as jihadi group poses increasing threat
“I would say that the threat is higher, has been higher in the last few months than it was eight months ago when I first got to AFRICOM. That’s exactly why you’ve seen this increase in strike activity."
Airstrike takes out a top terrorist suspected of involvement in attack on US personnel in Kenya
The U.S. State Department had offered up to a $5 million reward for information that led to his capture.
By Diana Stancy
State Dept. cautions terrorist groups could be planning attack in Nairobi
The warning comes weeks after al-Shabab militants attacked U.S. and Kenyan forces in Manda Bay, Kenya.
By Diana Stancy
Record breaking US airstrikes pushing al-Shabab fighters into urban areas
The U.S. kicked off 2020 with a bang in Somalia launching nearly 14 airstrikes since the start of the new year putting the U.S. on pace for another record breaking year for airstrikes against militants in the country
By Shawn Snow
Pentagon IDs soldier who died while supporting operations in the Horn of Africa
The Horn of Africa remains a violent and volatile region. There are roughly 6,000 U.S. troops deployed throughout the U.S. Africa Command area of responsibility.
By Shawn Snow
AFRICOM commander: My top fear is another deadly attack like Manda Bay
AFRICOM is now examining the security at Manda Bay, and of other U.S. installations throughout the entire continent.
By Diana Stancy