US and Somalia Sign Pact to Construct Military Bases for Elite Army Unit

The agreement aims to strengthen Somalia's National Army, particularly the Danab Brigade, in the fight against al-Shabab militants.

The United States and Somalia's government have signed a security pact to build up to five military bases for the Somali National Army's elite Danab Brigade.
The initiative is part of efforts to bolster the Somali army's capabilities amid ongoing threats from the extremist group al-Shabab.
The Danab Brigade, established in 2017, is being prepared to take on more responsibilities, including recruiting and training, with a target of reaching 3,000 personnel.
The construction of the bases is seen as a step towards enabling the Somali National Army to take over security responsibilities and combat al-Shabab more effectively.
The agreement comes as the African Union peacekeeping mission in Somalia is scaling back its presence, highlighting the importance of strengthening local forces.