BOSASO (Kaab TV) – The U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) confirmed it conducted an airstrike against ISIS-Somalia in northeastern Somalia, Puntland, on Sunday, February 16, 2025.
The midnight strike targeted the Kunle area of Al-Miskaad.
“The command’s initial assessment is that the strike killed two ISIS terrorists and no civilians were harmed,” AFRICOM stated.
The operation resulted in the deaths of at least two members of the IS-Somalia group.
The airstrike comes as Puntland security forces have been engaged in intense fighting with ISIS-Somalia militants in the mountainous region since December.
Puntland forces have reportedly driven the militants out of 70% of the area.
The United Arab Emirates has also been providing support to Puntland’s regional forces, including airstrikes and logistical assistance.
AFRICOM emphasized its commitment to ongoing operations against the group.
“Degrading ISIS and other terrorist organizations’ ability to plot and conduct attacks that threaten the U.S. homeland, our partners, and civilians” remains a key objective, the command said.