US Military Launches First Airstrike in Somalia Under Biden Administration

On Tuesday, the United States launched its first airstrike in Somalia aimed at the Islamist militant group Al-Shabaab since President Joe Biden took office. The US Department of Defense (Pentagon) stated that the strike took place near the city of Galkayo. The United States has repeatedly conducted airstrikes against Al-Shabaab in Somalia, but this is the first strike since January 20, when Biden assumed office. The group's campaign has included bombings and armed attacks on Somali military bases and civilian infrastructure, including hotels, bars, and schools in Somalia and other countries in the region.