Somali National Army troops and local militia forces have successfully thwarted a militant attack in Magwaa town, located in the Galgadud region. The joint forces, acting on intelligence, swiftly responded to the impending assault by the insurgents.
In a well-coordinated operation, the security forces evacuated civilians, including women and children, from the town before engaging the militants. The local militia, with their intimate knowledge of the terrain, took the lead in the initial confrontation, supported by the Somali National Army.
The militants, who came in three waves, were caught off guard by the reinforcements and strategic positioning of the joint forces. This tactical maneuver proved decisive, resulting in a resounding victory for the government troops.
Colonel Abdi Ali Cadde, the commander of the operation, led his forces to Magwaa town, where sporadic clashes continue as the militants scattered in different directions. The security forces are currently pursuing the fleeing insurgents.
This operation is part of the Somali National Army’s ongoing efforts to secure the regions of Middle Shabelle and Galgadud, inflicting heavy casualties on the militants and disrupting their plans for large-scale attacks.
The successful repulsion of the militant assault in Magwaa town demonstrates the improved coordination and capability of Somali security forces in combating the insurgency that has plagued the country for years.
