The Africa Union Support and Stablisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF) Troops together with the Somali National Army (SNA), have launched Operation “SILENT STORM” against Al-Shabaab to recapture the previously lost Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) of Sabiid Anole, Aw Degeele and Bariire.
According to the AUSSOM UPDF Contigent Spokesman Capt Ibrahim Kasule Sekitto, the operation has resulted in the capture of scores of Al-Shabaab fighters along with their weapons including 12.7mm Anti-Aircraft Machine gun (AAMG) parts in the area of Sabiid Anole.
The Africa Union Support and Stablisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF) Troops together with the Somali National Army (SNA) are forces are carrying out a sustained joint operation to dislodge the terrorists from Sabiid Anole and the operation is ongoing.
Capt Sekitto explained in one page press release dated June 14th 2025 that, the operation has been massively welcomed and supported by the locals and the AUSSOM UPDF and SNA troops are highly commended for their bravery, coordination and dedication to securing Somalia.
” Their relentless efforts to degrade and eliminate Al-Shabaab’s presence are instrumental in ensuring peace, security, and stability in the region,” Captain Sekitto noted.
The joint forces’ commitment to justice and their unwavering determination to protect the Somali people and the broader African community are truly commendable.
