MOGADISHU (SD)– The U.S. Africa Command (United States Africa Command) has announced a series of airstrikes targeting Al-Shabaab militants in southern Somalia on June 14, 16, 18, and 19.

AFRICOM said the strikes were carried out as part of ongoing counterterrorism operations but did not provide details on casualties, equipment used, or specific locations. The command stated that such information is being withheld to protect operational security.

Somalia’s Ministry of Defense separately reported that the U.S.-trained Danab Special Forces killed 14 Al-Shabaab fighters during an operation on June 14, although it remains unclear whether that operation was directly linked to the U.S. airstrikes.

The latest strikes mark the first publicly announced AFRICOM operations since early May. According to official announcements, the United States has acknowledged at least 67 airstrikes in Somalia this year.

The operations come as Somali and international forces continue efforts to combat Al-Shabaab and ISIS-linked militants across the country.

The latest strikes highlight continued U.S. support for Somalia’s counterterrorism campaign against Al-Shabaab. While airstrikes can disrupt militant activities and support Somali forces, their long-term effectiveness depends on broader security, governance, and political stability efforts. The limited public information provided by AFRICOM may also continue to raise questions about transparency and civilian impact.