Minister of Defense Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur in a meeting with Aisa Kirabo Assistant Secretary-General and Head of UNSOS and other senior officials, highlighted the significant progress made by the Somali National Army with support from UNSOS, particularly in logistics and emergency

Ministry of Defense extends deepest condolences to the Kenyan Ministry of Defense, Kenya Defense Forces, and the Kenyan people for the loss of Lt. General Francis Ogolla. We honor his remarkable commitment to peace and security.

The Somali National Army successfully raided an Al-Shabaab base in Taflow village, 28 km south of Berdale District, Bay region. This operation dismantled the militant base, neutralising 9 terrorists and capturing a cache of weapons and boxes of ammunition.

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, alongside Defense Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur and Somali National Armed Forces Commander Gen. Ibrahim Sheikh Muhuddin, visited General Daud's camp, home to the 18th brigade of SNA commandos in GorGor. The President commended the forces for their dedication to liberating the

Watch: Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur addressed the graduation of the 10th batch of the 16th Battalion of Danab Commandos at Colonel Hassan Tuure Training School (Ex Balidogle). His speech highlighted the graduates' role in defending 🇸🇴 & their commitment to sacrifice for a better future.

Watch: Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur's inspiring address at the 64th anniversary ceremony of the Somali National Army, held at the Defense Ministry in Mogadishu. Celebrating decades of dedication and service by our armed forces.

The Somali National Army eliminated over 27 Al-Shabaab militants in an operation at Bar Sanguni, Lower Jubba. Our forces continue to inflict heavy losses on the enemy, demonstrating our armed forces' valour and steadfast dedication to restoring peace.

Watch: Eid al-Fitr message, Minister of Defense Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur extends warm greetings to Muslim world and particularly honors our soldiers on the frontlines. Their sacrifice strengthens us. #عيد_الفطر_المبارك

The Somali National Army has decisively struck Al-Shabaab in Mudug, Bay, and Gedo regions, inflicting substantial casualties and damaging key hideouts and operation centers. Our campaign against terror continues, aiming to completely eradicate their presence in Somalia.

Somali Special Forces, neutralised key terrorist operatives in Lower Shabelle region, including a high-value target responsible for intelligence operations. This decisive action disrupts terrorist activities, underlining our commitment to dismantling threats to peace & security.

The Somali National Army has initiated a targeted offensive in Maracadde, Galka Salimow, and Garas-wayne, Lower Shabelle, against Al-Shabaab hideouts. This operation aims to dismantle the militants' bases, disrupting their capabilities and striving for stability.

Watch: President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Defense Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, Ahmed Abdi Karie Qoorqoor, SNA CDF, and the Minister of Interior, among other officials, visited Harardheere and Eeldheere in Galmudug. Their mission: to boost the morale of officers combating Al-Shabaab and to thank local

Defence Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur and Chinese Ambassador FEI Shengchao费胜潮 met in Mogadishu to bolster Somalia-China defence ties, focusing on security and anti-terrorism efforts. The minister lauded China's support and friendship, underscoring Somalia's strategic partnership with China.

Somali National Army neutralised 80+ Khawarij militants, including leaders, were eliminated in planned operations conducted in Mudug, Middle Shabelle, and Bakool regions with support from international partners in the past 24 hours. We remain committed to eradicating the

The Somali Armed Forces conducted an operation against Al-Shabaab areas west of Hudur, Bakool region, seizing trucks used for transporting goods by the militia. This move undermines the group's supply lines, reaffirming our commitment to eradicating terrorists from the region.

Defence Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur met with UN SRSG Catriona Laing and UNICEF's Wafaa ElFadil Saeed Abdelatef, focusing on preventing violence against children in Somalia, particularly conscription and abuse. The UN praised Somalia's commitment to protecting children's rights. The commitment of the

Somali National Army launched an operation against Al-Shabaab militants organising around Dhanane and Aw-maki, Lower Shabelle, causing substantial enemy casualties and continuing the pursuit of fleeing militants. Our commitment to eliminating terror remains steadfast.

The Somali National Army is conducting operations in Qahar village, north of Jambalul in the Lower Shabelle Region, targeting Al-Shabaab hideouts. We remain steadfast in our determination to eliminate any threats that may jeopardise the peace and stability of our nation.

Watch: Armed Forces Commander General Ibrahim Sheikh Muhuddin at the frontline provides to soldiers briefing on the intensive operations currently unfolding across regions.

The Somali National Army and local forces, this afternoon executed a planned operation in Qaycad, Mudug, neutralising Al-Shabaab ring leaders and militants. This operation sends a clear message: Our commitment to peace and security remains unyielding.