By Asha Elmi - Reporter
Somalia, 9 December 2025 – Somalia’s Ministry of Defence said that the Danab commandos of the Somali National Army carried out an operation in the Towfiiq area, Tora-Toorow district, in Lower Shabelle region, arresting two Al-Shabaab suspects.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry on Tuesday, one of those detained is named Zakarie, identified as the son of Moa’llim Abdirahman, a senior Al-Shabaab commander being sought by security forces. The two individuals are accused of involvement in intimidation and threats against local residents.
The Ministry also said that the forces seized a motorbike used by the group for transport, weapons, and other materials indicating plans for new attacks.
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Somalia’s Ministry of Defence stated that the operation is part of nationwide efforts to target Al-Shabaab networks.
