Somalia: Jubaland President Meets with U.S. military officials to Bolster War on Al-Shabaab

KISMAYO, Somalia — Jubaland President Ahmed Mohamed Islam received Maj. Gen. Claude K. Tudor Jr., commander of Special Operations Command Africa (AFRICOM), and his delegation on Monday in Kismayo to discuss deepening cooperation in the war against Al-Shabaab. 

The high-level meeting focused on strengthening strategic partnerships, accelerating joint counterterrorism efforts against al-Shabaab militants, and providing continued support for operations to stabilize Jubaland.

During the discussions, Maj. Gen. Tudor commended recent joint military operations conducted by Jubaland State forces and the Somali Danab Advanced Infantry Brigade.

He noted that the collaboration has resulted in significant tactical victories and has effectively weakened militant influence in key sectors.

President Islam, commonly known as Ahmed Madobe, emphasized the importance of sustained international support to maintain the momentum of current offensives. The president was joined in the meeting by Jubaland’s Minister of Internal Security, Yusuf Hussein Osman.

The visit comes as Somali security forces, backed by international partners, continue to ramp up pressure on insurgent strongholds across southern and central Somalia to ensure long-term regional stability.

GAROWE ONLINE