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Joint Special Operations Task Force-Somalia

Coverage of Joint Special Operations Task Force-Somalia in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 1 · 16:36 UTCMost recent: Jun 1 · 16:36 UTC
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U.S. Africa Commandorganization1Dagvin Andersonperson1Donald Trumpperson1Abu-Bilal al-Minukiperson1Somaliaplace1ISISorganization1al Shababorganization1Mogadishuplace1Lake Chad Basinplace1
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  • SECURITYJun 1 · 16:36 UTCDEFENSE NEWS
    US military seeks cultural advisors in Somalia amid regional strikes

    The U.S. special operations task force in Somalia is seeking three cultural and political advisors to support missions amid a 75% force reduction in the region over the past decade. Despite the drawdown, the U.S. conducted 124 airstrikes against militants in Somalia in 2025, up from 10 in 2024, while intelligence gaps have worsened due to reduced troop presence.