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SNA Special Forces Dismantle Khawaarij Hideouts in Middle Shabelle

By Abdiqani Abdullahi
Last updated: January 29, 2026
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MOGADISHU, Somalia – The Special Forces of the Somali National Army (SNA), specifically the elite 4th Unit, executed a highly coordinated tactical operation this morning in the Middle Shabelle region, dealing a severe blow to the operational capabilities of the Khawaarij terror network. The maneuver, carried out in the strategic area of Alanleey, resulted in the total destruction of defensive lines and hideouts used by the militants to stage attacks against the local population.

Military officials report that the operation was meticulously planned to target the remnants of the Khawaarij militias who had recently fled from a major defeat in the Jabad-Godane area. The 4th Unit’s advance into Alanleey successfully dislodged these regrouping elements, preventing them from establishing a new foothold in the region. The security forces swept through the area, leveling the makeshift bases and defensive positions that the fleeing insurgents had attempted to fortify.

During the engagement, the National Army inflicted unspecified casualties upon the terrorists, degrading their manpower and seizing control of the territory. The operation focused on specific zones where intelligence indicated the presence of the scattered militia groups. By striking these hideouts, the SNA has effectively disrupted the group’s ability to reorganize or launch counter-attacks in the Middle Shabelle corridor.

Commanders leading the offensive have confirmed that the mission is ongoing. Clearing operations are currently underway to track down and neutralize any remaining combatants attempting to escape the security cordon. The officers on the ground emphasized the military’s absolute resolve to ensure the complete safety of the Middle Shabelle region, declaring that they will not cease operations until every threat to the civilian population is eliminated. This latest success is part of a broader, sustained national campaign designed to eradicate the Khawaarij presence entirely and restore lasting peace and stability to the country.

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