U.S. Unified Combatant Command
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As of May 2026: Conducting escalated counterterrorism operations in Somalia
Since 2007, the United States has conducted hundreds of airstrikes and special operations raids against al-Shabaab in Somalia—more than in any other country outside of declared war zones. On February 16, 2026, Jubaland and American forces completed a four-day operation in Badhadhe District, killing more than 60 al-Shabaab fighters and destroying camps, communication centers, and depots with over 100 types of explosives.
Updated May 29
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