Bariire, (SONNA) — The Commander of the Somali National Army’s Ground Forces, Brigadier General Sahal Abdullahi Omar (Khaalid), today visited Bariire in Lower Shabelle, recently liberated from Al-Shabaab terrorists.
The Commander inspected the battle sites where the militants were decisively defeated, viewing the weapons, ammunition, and other equipment seized from the enemy. He also visited the facilities where captured militants are being held.
During the visit, Brig. Gen. Sahal met with the operational commanders, commending the bravery and unity of the Somali National Army and African Union stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) that led to the victory in Bariire. He stressed the importance of maintaining high vigilance and completing clearance operations to prevent any attempt by the enemy to re-infiltrate the area.
