Confirmed reports said that in a joint operation, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) collaborated with the Somali National Army of [SNA] conducted constructed and preplanned airstrike against vessels laden with advanced military equipment destined for al-Shabaab.
The operation took place in southern Somali coastal area, targeting an unflagged vessel and a smaller support craft. These vessels were transporting modern weaponry that posed a significant threat to the security of Somalia and its international partners engaged in peacebuilding initiatives.
The move said came at a time when emerging reports confirmed that al-Shabab fighters were running out of weapons.
