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Al-Shabaab militants relocate to Bay and Bakool regions after defeat in Middle Shabelle region
Mogadishu (HOL) — A large number of Al-Shabaab militants, accompanied by combat vehicles, have moved into the Bay and Bakool regions in recent weeks following their defeat in ongoing military operations in the Middle Shabelle region, military officials confirmed on Monday.
Tuesday March 25, 2025
Mogadishu (HOL) — A large number of Al-Shabaab militants, accompanied by combat vehicles, have moved into the Bay and Bakool regions in recent weeks following their defeat in ongoing military operations in the Middle Shabelle region, military officials confirmed on Monday.
General Hassan Isaaq Omar, commonly known as Hassan Baidoa, the commander of the Somali National Army's (SNA) 60th Division, stated that security forces are closely monitoring the militant group's movements in the Southwest regions.
"We are aware that the enemy, which opposes peace, has been driven from Middle Shabelle. They have suffered major losses and have now moved toward the Southwest regions, particularly Bay and Bakool. Our forces are ready to counter their plans and will defeat them as we did in other regions," said General Hassan Baidoa.
The commander emphasized that the Somali National Army remains on high alert to confront the group's presence in the Southwest administrative regions.
"I have instructed brigade officers under the 60th Division to remain vigilant and ensure their security while protecting the region from the enemy," he added.
The military's recent operations have dealt significant losses to Al-Shabaab, prompting its fighters to disperse into new areas. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, along with senior military commanders, has visited frontlines in Middle Shabelle and Hiiraan to oversee the operations, which have led to intensified offensives against the militant group.
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