Latest "u.s. troops somalia" stories

US launches three airstrikes against al-Shabab in Somalia

The strikes killed four militants, according to a release.

By Meghann Myers

4 months ago

Africa Command balancing rise of terrorism with limited resources

The outgoing AFRICOM boss on the current state of U.S. presence on the continent.

By Meghann Myers

4 months ago

Back on the ground in Somalia, US launches strike against al-Shabab

Two fighters were killed in the strike, according to AFRICOM.

By Meghann Myers

4 months ago

US troops ‘commuting’ to Somalia is inefficient and risky, top Africa general says

The defense secretary is weighing whether to send troops back to Somalia.

By Meghann Myers

9 months ago

As Pentagon weighs sending troops back to Somalia, AFRICOM chief makes his case

Now "commuting" to the Somalia mission, U.S. troops could be heading back for a more consistent presence.

By Meghann Myers

17 months ago

US troops now ‘commuting to work’ to help Somalia fight al-Shabab

U.S Africa Command's senior leadership on operating in Somalia without a regular presence.

By Meghann Myers

19 months ago

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