Somali intelligence says 33 al-Shabaab terrorists killed in Middle Shabelle operation

On 2026-04-21, Somali intelligence and international partners carried out coordinated operations in Somalia's Middle Shabelle region against al-Shabaab. NISA said more than 33 al-Shabaab fighters were killed, several hideouts were destroyed, and vehicles used to transport fighters were burned. The statement said the group had gathered around 90 fighters and was planning attacks when struck.