The Somali National Security Forces supported by the African Union Mission in Somalia have begun a massive operation around the Somali capital city of Mogadishu.
The Somali Police Force, the Somali National Army and the National Intelligence Service will work jointly with both AMISOM soldiers and police to conduct the crackdown that will involve rigorous door-to-door, stop & search and cordon & search operations.
This crackdown aims to stem insecurity caused by insurgents who – on the back foot after a string of defeats in the military front – have reverted to guerilla type attacks in Mogadishu.
These attacks have besieged the civilian population of Mogadishu and this operation aims to continue to safeguard their lives and rights, so they can continue to go about their daily lives in safety.