Somalia, US talk about stepping up battle in opposition to Al-Shabaab

MOGADISHU, Somalia – The prime minister of Somalia Hamza Abdi Barre acquired the US Chargé d’Affaires, Mr. Shane Dixon at his workplace in Mogadishu on Tuesday, August 8.

Each side mentioned the paramount curiosity of the 2 international locations, U.S. help for Somali army operations and group stabilization within the battle in opposition to al-Shabaab, in accordance with the American mission.

“The USA will proceed to work to safeguard the hard-fought victories of the
SNA forces and the Somali folks as effectively,” added the U.S. embassy in Mogadishu.

PM Barre thanked the USA Authorities for the unwavering safety and improvement help to Somalia, with a particular deal with the continued liberation marketing campaign in opposition to Kharijite teams.

On his half, Mr. Dixon hailed the Somali-led army operations in opposition to terrorist components, reaffirming his nation’s dedication to lasting peace in Somalia.

The United States has supplied greater than $3 billion in humanitarian help for Somalia since 2006 to handle the issues of drought and it trains the Danab brigade troopers.

US army officers in Somalia practice DANAB commandos and participate in raids and airstrikes in opposition to the Al-Qaeda-linked Al-Shabaab, which poses a potent menace to safety.

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