President Mohamud Vows to Strengthen Somali Air Force in Counterterrorism War

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: Federal Government of Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with the Somali Air Force Operations Command on Monday to assess progress in the fight against terrorism, particularly airstrikes targeting militant hideouts.

During the meeting, President Mohamud praised Air Force officers for their precision and dedication, emphasizing that recent airstrikes had significantly weakened terrorist groups and disrupted their plans to harm civilians.

Air Force commanders provided an update on ongoing operations and outlined strategies to further strengthen the force. They reaffirmed their commitment to using advanced training to protect the nation.

President Mohamud reiterated the government’s commitment to rebuilding, equipping, and enhancing the Air Force to ensure it can effectively defend the Somali people from terrorist threats.

This milestone marks the first time in years that the Somali Air Force has independently led and executed airstrikes against extremist groups—a significant step in the country’s security efforts.