The Federal Government of Somalia Presents New Forces

Dhuusamareeb (Caasimada Online) – The Federal Government of Somalia today presented new forces joining the Somali National Army, who are undergoing training in the area of Xananbuure, which is under the jurisdiction of the Somali regional government of Galmudug.

These new forces were inspected by the Commander of the Ground Forces of the National Army, Major General Sahal Abdullahi Omar (General Khalid), who visited the Xananbuure training school, where he delivered an encouraging speech.

The commander praised the new forces for their decision to stand up for the defense of their country, their people, and their religion, and for dedicating their lives and time to serve the Somali nation.

Additionally, he bid farewell to other units that also completed their training at the Xananbuure School, who are preparing to fulfill the national duties assigned to the Somali National Army.

General Khalid also urged the forces to fear God, uphold military ethics and laws, be resilient, vigilant, courageous, and respect human rights.

He further added that the country today needs forces with patriotism, capability, and responsibility, who participate in ensuring security, defending the people, and eliminating the Khawarij, in order to achieve peace and stability throughout the Somali region.

The Somali government has recently focused on training new forces, as recently at the Xananbuure camp, forces from both the National Army and the National Intelligence and Security Agency underwent joint training, and are now part of operations taking place within the country.

} Somalia is currently experiencing a security situation primarily focused on the fight against Al-Shabaab and the takeover of areas planned for withdrawal by the AUSSOM forces.