Event Brief
U.S. resumes air strikes in Somalia after brief lull
Filed: Jun 23, 2026 at 7:04 AM ET
Summary: AFRICOM says the U.S. resumed air strikes in Somalia targeting Al-Shabaab over five days.
WHO: U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM)
WHAT: U.S. forces conducted air strikes against Al-Shabaab in southern Somalia, including areas around Kismayo.
WHEN: Jun 23, 2026 at 6:53 AM ET
WHERE: Kismayo, Somalia
WHY: The strikes resumed after a month-long period with no reported air attacks, based on verified intelligence and to achieve operational objectives.
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