Ethiopia military says 35 militants killed in Somalia airstrike

Image

ADDIS ABABA – The Ethiopian Air Force said it has carried out an airstrike on Al-Shabab base in Burr Haybe, 75 km east of Baidoa, Somalia, on January 24, 2019.

About 35 Al-Shabaab militants, including operation head in the area, were killed in the airstrike conducted for 44 minutes, the Ministry of Defense said in a statement.

The statement added that 4 military vehicles and five high calibre weapons were damaged by the airstrike.

The airstrike conducted previously has also inflicted huge damage on Al-Shabaab fighters, the statement added.

Related Articles

Guelleh Says Djibouti Will Not Tolerate Foreign Interference Amid Rising Horn of Africa Rivalry

Guelleh did not name any country or group in his remarks, nor did he refer to a specific diplomatic or political dispute involving his government.

  • Africa

    07-09-2026

  • 08:03AM

African Union Welcomes Sudanese Dialogue Initiative to End War

It called for the dialogue to be based on the principles of inclusivity and genuine Sudanese ownership and leadership.

  • Africa

    31-08-2026

  • 06:58PM