A joint operation between Puntland authorities and their UAE partners targeted Daesh positions in the Xankookib caves near Dhasan, Calmiskaad region. The airstrikes destroyed a large weapons cache and multiple vehicles used by the group, eliminating several militants.
This offensive is part of continued efforts to weaken Daesh’s operational capacity in Puntland. Local sources report that the attack significantly disrupted the group’s infrastructure, limiting its ability to launch attacks.
Puntland officials commended the accuracy of the strikes and highlighted the importance of sustained cooperation with international allies to enhance regional security. The successful operation marks a crucial step in ongoing counterterrorism efforts in Somalia.