U.S. airstrikes carried out in Somalia have increased in 2026.

U.S. Airstrikes in Somalia Surge in Early 2026, AFRICOM Reports – Somali Dispatch

DJIBOUTI (SD) – The United States has significantly increased its airstrike campaign in Somalia, with nearly 50 strikes recorded in the first three months of 2026, according to the United States Africa Command. In a recent statement, AFRICOM confirmed that the latest strike targeted Al-Shabaab militants about 80 miles northwest of Kismayo, bringing the total number of strikes this year to 49. The command said the operations are conducted in coor…

U.S. airstrikes carried out in Somalia have increased in 2026.

The U.S. has increased the number of airstrikes conducted in Somalia, with over 50 strikes documented in the past three months of 2026, according to a press release from U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM). The latest strike targeted Al-Shabab fighters in an area 80 Miles northwest of Kismayo. AFRICOM stated that this brings the total number of strikes this year to 49, a significant increase compared to previous years. The Command also emphasized its …