Gal-Mudug Offensive. Danab Brigade Conducts Joint Land and Air Operations in Middle Shabelle and Gal-Gaduud
The Military Army’s Special Forces, particularly the specialized Danab Brigade, conducted a joint land and air operation in Middle Shabelle and Galgaduud. The operation, focused on areas surrounding Maraay Suuley village in the Galgaduud region, was led by Colonel Caarif Hire, commander of the 161st Brigade, 16th Commando Battalion, Danab Special Operations Unit.
During the operation, Danab forces conducted clearance missions in villages along the border of the Middle Shabelle and Galgaduud regions. The operation’s objective was to ensure the security of these areas, which have been strongholds of al-Shabab terrorists and have the longest forest in Somalia.