U.S. Airstrikes Hit ISIS in Somalia in New Year Operation
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The United States military has carried out multiple airstrikes against the Islamic State (ISIS) group in Somalia.
The operations took place from January 1 to January 3. U.S. Africa Command stated the strikes targeted ISIS militants in northeastern Somalia, near the city of Bosaso.
Officials confirmed the action was done in coordination with Somalia's federal government. No further details about casualties or damage were immediately released.
The U.S. regularly conducts counterterrorism strikes in Somalia. The main targets are the ISIS affiliate and the larger al-Shabaab militant group.
This latest operation signals a continued U.S. military focus on the region in the new year.