In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike against ISIS-Somalia on July 10, 2025.The airstrike occurred southeast of Bossaso, Puntland, in Northeastern Somalia.AFRICOM, alongside the Federal Government of Somalia and Somali Armed Forces, continues to take action to degrade ISIS-Somalia's ability to plan and conduct attacks that threaten the U.S. homeland, our forces, and our citizens abroad.Specific details about units and assets will not be released to ensure continued operations security.

U.S. Conducts Airstrike Against ISIS Fighters in Puntland’s Calmiskaad Mountains Posted On 07-10-2025, 01:53PM BOSASO, Somalia — U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) said Monday it conducted an airstrike targeting Islamic State fighters in Somalia’s Puntland State, as local forces continue a military campaign in the Calmiskaad Mountains. In a statement, AFRICOM said the strike occurred approximately 37 miles (60 kilometers) southeast of the port city of Bosaso, in an area where ISIS militants are believed to be entrenched. The command did not disclose any casualty figures or provide details on the extent of damage from the strike. U.S. forces, in coordination with the Somali federal government, are supporting Puntland security units as they battle ISIS fighters in the rugged Calmiskaad Mountains, a strategic stronghold for the group in northern Somalia. Monday’s airstrike marks the 81st U.S. strike in Somalia this year, surpassing the previous annual record of 63 strikes in 2019 under the Trump administration. In addition to operations in Puntland, the United States has also carried out airstrikes in central and southern Somalia this year in support of ongoing federal efforts to defeat the al-Qaida-linked militant group al-Shabaab. GAROWE ONLINE

July 11, 2025July 11, 2025Bosaso (WDN)- In a significant show of support for Somalia’s regional counterterrorism efforts, the United States has air-dropped food and military supplies to Puntland forces currently engaged in anti-ISIS operations in the remote Cal-Miskaad mountain range.The air-drop, which took place overnight, targeted frontline units stationed in the Miraale and Baallade areas—key flashpoints in Puntland’s ongoing offensive against remaining Islamic State (Daesh) militants in the region.According to a statement released by the Cal-Miskaad Operation Command, the air-drop was conducted in close coordination between the Puntland government and U.S. military advisors. The supplies included essential rations and tactical equipment aimed at sustaining troops in difficult terrain where conventional supply routes remain limited.“The Government of Puntland, with support from its U.S. partners, successfully delivered food and critical logistics by air to anti-terrorism forces operating in the Cal-Miskaad mountains,” the statement read.The operation comes as part of a broader offensive launched by Puntland’s defense forces to eliminate pockets of ISIS fighters who have retreated into the region’s mountainous hideouts. The U.S. has also carried out precision airstrikes in recent days targeting key ISIS encampments.“The United States conducted aerial strikes this week in support of the operation, hitting locations believed to be used as safe havens by fleeing terrorist elements,” the statement added.The U.S.-backed campaign underscores the strategic importance of the Cal-Miskaad range, which has long been exploited by extremist groups for its difficult terrain and isolation from government-controlled areas.Security analysts say the combined air and ground operation represents a critical step in weakening ISIS’s ability to regroup in northern Somalia. The latest support from Washington signals a continued U.S. commitment to regional counterterrorism in East Africa, even as global attention remains focused on conflicts elsewhere.WardheerNews

The Puntland government delivered food and supplies to the Puntland Counter-Terrorism Operation in the Al-Calmiskaad mountains by air tonight, facilitated by the Puntland government’s friends in the United States. The United States also carried out airstrikes this week in support of the operation, targeting ISIS hideouts.

Dowladda Puntland waxay caawa xagga Cirka Raashin iyo Agab ku gaarsiisay Ciidanka Hawlgalka Ciribtirka Argagixisada ee Puntland ee ku sugan buuralayda Calmiskaad, iyadoo arrintaasi ay fududeeyeen saaxiibada Dowladda Puntland ee Maraykanka. Sidoo kale Dowladda Maraykanka ayaa todobaadkan fulisay Duqeymo ay ku taageerayso hawlgalka, iyadoo beegsatay goobo ay ku dhuumanayeen firxadka Argagixisada Daacish.