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Somalia· MogadishuSomalia and Turkey Plan Joint Air Operations Base to Counter Al-Shabaab
Somalia and Turkey are establishing a joint air operations center at the Baledogle base to enhance counter-Al-Shabaab efforts.
Background
Somalia has faced a long-running insurgency from Al-Shabaab, an extremist group, impacting stability and security. Turkey has increased its engagement in Somalia, providing military and humanitarian aid. This cooperation aims to bolster Somalia's capacity to combat terrorism and secure its territory.
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Somalia and Turkey Plan Joint Air Operations Base
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The new facility aims to enhance operations against Al-Shabaab, with Somalia reaffirming its non-interference in Ethiopia-Eritrea disputes.
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