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Somalia says Turkish-backed F-16 strike kills 35 al-Shabab

Somalia’s military carried out F-16 airstrikes on al-Shabab positions in Godey, killing about 35 fighters and wounding more than 20.
WHO: Somalia’s Ministry of Defence
WHAT: Turkish-backed F-16 airstrikes targeted al-Shabab tunnels, weapons depots and shelters in Godey; Somalia said 35 fighters were killed and over 20 wounded.
WHEN: Jun 30, 2026 at 12:23 PM ET
WHERE: Lower Shabelle, Godey area
WHY: The strikes targeted al-Shabab positions, including tunnels, weapons depots and shelters used by the militant group.

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