SNA Kills Nearly 75 Al-Shabaab Militants in Bay Region Operation

Mogadishu, (SONNA) — The Somali National Army (SNA) killed nearly 75 Al-Shabaab militants and wounded 56 others during a major military operation in Jameeca area, under Buurhakaba district in Bay region.

The operation, carried out on October 26 as part of the ongoing Banooda offensive, targeted Al-Shabaab positions in Jameeca, with intense fighting taking place at several locations over several hours.

During the clashes, Al-Shabaab militants used vehicles loaded with explosives to target SNA forces, causing damage to some military vehicles.

The Ministry of Defence and the SNA Command commended the courage and sacrifice of the troops involved in the operation, stressing that operations against Al-Shabaab will continue.

The Banooda offensive is part of ongoing military efforts to eliminate Al-Shabaab militants, dismantle their positions and prevent attempts to regroup, while restoring security and stability across the country.