Somali National Army forces killed 12 Al-Shabaab militants and wounded several others during a coordinated operation in the Daynuney area of southwestern Somalia, the Ministry of Defence said Monday.
The early morning raid was conducted with support from international partners and is part of a broader campaign to weaken the extremist group’s operational capacity. Officials said the mission targeted known militant positions and disrupted planned activities.
According to the ministry, the operation reflects ongoing efforts to improve security and stabilize regions previously affected by insurgent activity. Authorities did not disclose whether any Somali troops were injured during the raid.
In a statement issued in Mogadishu, the Ministry of Defence reaffirmed its commitment to sustained military operations against Al-Shabaab.
The Somali Armed Forces and international partners remain committed to continuing such operations to eliminate the threat of terrorism and ensure lasting peace and stability across Somalia, the statement said.
The government has recently increased the tempo of its counterterrorism strategy, focusing on dismantling militant networks and reclaiming territory. These efforts are supported by intelligence sharing and logistical assistance from allied forces.
Despite being driven out of Mogadishu in 2011, Al-Shabaab continues to operate in rural areas, where fighters launch ambushes and plant roadside bombs. The group has maintained its presence in parts of southern and central Somalia.
Military officials say recent offensives have led to the recapture of several strategic locations and the destruction of militant hideouts, including storage facilities used for weapons and supplies.
Analysts say sustained pressure on Al-Shabaab could further limit its ability to coordinate attacks, although the group’s decentralized structure allows it to adapt and persist.
