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Why Al-Shabaab Cannot Capture Mogadishu – A Comprehensive Analysis
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Why Al-Shabaab Cannot Capture Mogadishu – A Comprehensive Analysis

Recently, reports have circulated in some newspapers suggesting that Al-Shabaab is planning to capture Mogadishu. Many people are wondering, “Could Al-Shabaab really take over Mogadishu?” The definitive answer is no—and this is beyond dispute.

Several credible reasons clearly illustrate why Al-Shabaab cannot take control of Mogadishu. First, although the Somali military has endured prolonged heavy combat, leading to fatigue and strain among troops, this alone does not allow Al-Shabaab to capture a vital city like Mogadishu.

With elections approaching in Somalia, it is common during this period to witness confusion and mismanagement by some military officials, occasionally giving Al-Shabaab opportunities to exploit. However, this does not indicate a decline in the strength of the Somali government; in fact, the opposite is true. The Somali government is stronger than ever, especially in intelligence capabilities and air force operations, which have significantly improved.

Meanwhile, Al-Shabaab faces severe challenges. The group is experiencing profound financial difficulties, severely restricting its combat capabilities. Additionally, its recruitment, particularly of young people from Mogadishu and surrounding areas, has drastically diminished, leading to a shortage of fighters.

Moreover, public support for Al-Shabaab has drastically decreased. The Somali public now clearly recognizes the group’s deceit and propaganda. Increased use of the internet and social media platforms has enabled Somalis to better understand Al-Shabaab’s hidden agendas and deceptive messaging.

 

Further diminishing their appeal, Somali religious scholars have publicly identified Al-Shabaab as “Khawaarij,” causing widespread doubt about the group’s ideology. This has led many parents to flee with their children when they reach the age of 11 to prevent recruitment by Al-Shabaab.

Somali clans have also clearly recognized that Al-Shabaab deliberately targets specific clans, which has spurred a new wave of awareness and resistance against the group.

Considering Al-Shabaab’s financial crisis, their shrinking military force, declining public support, and the gradual strengthening of the Somali government, it is clear that Al-Shabaab is not only incapable of capturing Mogadishu but will also likely struggle to sustain its operations in the long term.

Currently, Al-Shabaab is facing an increasingly difficult situation that casts significant doubt on its future. Capturing Mogadishu is simply not feasible, and the group’s long-term survival is equally questionable.

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