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Somalia–Al-Shabaab War

2006 CE – 2026 CE

Al-Shabaab launched its most ambitious offensive in years in 2025, reversing government gains and advancing to within 50 km of Mogadishu.

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Conflict · Africa

Somalia–Al-Shabaab War

2006 CE – 2026 CE

Al-Shabaab launched its most ambitious offensive in years in 2025, reversing government gains and advancing to within 50 km of Mogadishu.

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