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Joint Somalia Operation Decimates Al-Shabaab Leadership Hub and Arms Cache in Aden Yabaal

By Abdiqani Abdullahi
Last updated: June 27, 2025
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MOGADISHU, Somalia A major joint operation by Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) and its international partners successfully targeted a critical Al-Shabaab command center and weapons storage facility in the Howlwadaag neighborhood of Aden Yabaal district. The raid resulted in heavy exchanges of fire and a massive explosion that shook the area, signaling a severe blow to the militant group’s operational capabilities.

The high-stakes mission was launched after intelligence pinpointed a specific house in Aden Yabaal where key leaders of the Khawarij (the term used by the Somali government to refer to Al-Shabaab) were holding a clandestine meeting. As the operation commenced, intense gunfire erupted, followed by a thunderous blast that resonated across the entire district. This powerful detonation provides compelling evidence that the targeted compound was not only a meeting place for senior militants but also served as a dangerous depot for explosives and heavy weaponry. The subsequent conflagration and blast effectively neutralized a substantial portion of the enemy’s logistical capabilities.

Early reports indicate that the operation led to the elimination of over a dozen Al-Shabaab terrorists, including several high-ranking figures whose identities are expected to be publicly confirmed following further verification. In addition to neutralizing key personnel, the operation resulted in the destruction of combat vehicles, extensive quantities of weapons, and other vital equipment crucial to the group’s operations. NISA has indicated that footage of the successful attack has been shared on national media platforms, providing visual confirmation of the operation’s outcome.

The Aden Yabaal district, strategically located within the Middle Shabelle region, has frequently been a flashpoint in the ongoing conflict with Al-Shabaab. Its position makes it a vital area for militant coordination and supply lines. The success of this overnight operation demonstrates the Federal Government of Somalia’s relentless pursuit of the extremist group and its commitment to reclaiming and securing all national territory. The collaboration between NISA and its international partners, including likely support from aerial assets, is proving instrumental in these sustained counter-terrorism efforts, leveraging advanced intelligence and precise strike capabilities.

The destruction of a leadership meeting point and a major weapons cache represents a significant disruption to Al-Shabaab’s ability to plan and execute attacks, particularly in central Somalia. It is a powerful affirmation of the Somali government’s resolve, supported by its allies, to bring security and stability to the nation and to prevent extremist elements from jeopardizing the lives of its citizens. Further details and compelling video evidence of this impactful operation are anticipated to be released by national media outlets soon.

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