The Commander of the National Army Holds Security Meetings on the Situation in Baraawe

Baraawe – The Commander of the Somali National Army, Brigadier General Ibrahim Mohamed Mahmoud, has held various meetings with the leaders of the Somali National Army, officials from the African Union mission AUSSOM, traditional elders, the district administration, and different sectors of the community living in Baraawe and the surrounding areas.

These meetings, which took place on November 3, 2026, focused on the overall security situation in Baraawe district and its subordinate areas, while also discussing the assessment of the security situation, strengthening cooperation between the forces, the administration, and the community, and accelerating efforts to ensure the security of the region.

The Commander of the Somali National Army listened to reports on security operations and the conditions in the areas surrounding Baraawe during the meetings, instructing the officials and the forces to fully fulfill their national duties, while also raising the alertness and preparedness of the troops.

Additionally, the Commander encouraged the forces to intensify efforts against Al-Shabaab, to prevent attacks that the group may carry out in those areas, and to ensure the safety of the public and the stability of Baraawe district.

These meetings are part of the efforts of the Somali National Army Command to assess the security situations in the regions of the country and to strengthen cooperation between the forces, the administration, and the community.