U.S. Airstrikes Target ISIS-Somalia Amid Global Resurgence: Analysis of Recent Attacks and Trends

This operation aligns with ongoing efforts to degrade the affiliate’s capabilities, as Islamic State of Iraq and Syria and branches continue operations worldwide.

GLOBAL — U.S. forces conducted airstrikes targeting Islamic State of Iraq and Syria-Somalia on November 18 in the Galmudug region, approximately 40 miles (65 km) southeast of Bossaso, in coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia.

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This operation aligns with ongoing efforts to degrade the affiliate’s capabilities, as Islamic State of Iraq and Syria and branches continue operations worldwide in 2025 despite territorial defeats.

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