Gedo, Somalia – Kenyan warplanes have been active over the Gedo region of Somalia overnight, dropping warning leaflets in the Faxfaxdun area, according to local reports.
The leaflets, aimed at civilians, cautioned residents to avoid areas where Al-Shabaab militants are known to operate, signaling an imminent military operation against the group.
This move has instilled fear among the local populace, with noticeable impacts on daily movements and activities.
Kenya’s air force has been pivotal in conducting operations against Al-Shabaab, particularly in the regions of Juba and Gedo, where Kenyan forces have been deployed as part of the broader effort to combat the insurgent group linked to Al-Qaeda.
The distribution of these warning leaflets underscores the ongoing military strategy to minimize civilian casualties while intensifying the fight against Al-Shabaab.
No immediate comments have been made by Kenyan military officials regarding the operation, leaving the extent and the immediate outcomes of the aerial campaign uncertain. However, such actions reflect the continued regional efforts to dismantle Al-Shabaab’s infrastructure and influence in southern Somalia.
