In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted an airstrike targeting al-Shabaab on March 19, 2026.The airstrike occurred approximately 80 km northeast of Jamaame.AFRICOM, alongside the Federal Government of Somalia and Somali Armed Forces, continues to take action to degrade al-Shabaab’s ability to threaten U.S. forces and our citizens abroad.Specific details about units and assets will not be released to ensure continued operations security.

?? FLAGGED: AFRICOM confirms three U.S. airstrikes in Somalia over four days, two different targets, two different regions. Strike 1 & 2, ISIS-Somalia March 16 and 18. Golis Mountains, approximately 45 km and 65 km southeast of Bossaso in northeast Somalia. Coordinated with the Federal Government of Somalia and Somali Armed Forces. Strike 3, al-Shabaab March 19. Approximately 80 km northeast of Jamaame in southern Somalia. Same coordination framework, different enemy. No units or assets disclosed. AFRICOM citing operational security on both.