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The Commander of the Somali National Army, accompanied by the Commander of the Turkish Military Training Mission (TURKSOM), visited Baidoa today to inspect military bases currently under construction. The visit comes as part of broader efforts to strengthen the Somali National Army's infrastructure and expand its operational capabilities across the country. Meanwhile, plans are underway to relocate the Somali Air Force's main operating base to Baidoa. Mogadishu's airport has become increasingly congested, while heightened surveillance and monitoring in the capital have created operational challenges for combat aircraft. Recently, the British Ambassador to Somalia remarked that he wakes up each morning to the sound of F-16 fighter jets operating over Mogadishu, underscoring the growing military air activity around the capital.

The Commander of the Somali National Army, accompanied by the Commander of the Turkish Military Training Mission (TURKSOM), visited Baidoa today to inspect military bases currently under construction. The visit comes as part of broader efforts to strengthen the Somali National Army's infrastructure and expand its operational capabilities across the country. Meanwhile, plans are underway to relocate the Somali Air Force's main operating base to Baidoa. Mogadishu's airport has become increasingly congested, while heightened surveillance and monitoring in the capital have created operational challenges for combat aircraft. Recently, the British Ambassador to Somalia remarked that he wakes up each morning to the sound of F-16 fighter jets operating over Mogadishu, underscoring the growing military air activity around the capital.

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Rare footage obtained by Somali Eye shows soldiers from Somalia’s elite 20th Gorgor Brigade undergoing advanced armored vehicle and tank operations training, highlighting a new phase in the military’s tactical development. Türkiye’s expanding support aims to transform the Somali National Army into one of the region’s most modern and capable fighting forces.

Rare footage obtained by Somali Eye shows soldiers from Somalia’s elite 20th Gorgor Brigade undergoing advanced armored vehicle and tank operations training, highlighting a new phase in the military’s tactical development. Türkiye’s expanding support aims to transform the Somali National Army into one of the region’s most modern and capable fighting forces.

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Turkish military instructors at the TURKSOM Military Training Academy in Mogadishu have trained Somali National Army soldiers in mortar operations, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the country's military capabilities. The training focused on the deployment, handling, and firing of mortar systems, reflecting continued defense cooperation between Somalia and Turkey as Somali forces prepare for counterterrorism operations.

Turkish military instructors at the TURKSOM Military Training Academy in Mogadishu have trained Somali National Army soldiers in mortar operations, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the country's military capabilities. The training focused on the deployment, handling, and firing of mortar systems, reflecting continued defense cooperation between Somalia and Turkey as Somali forces prepare for counterterrorism operations.

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Somalia’s special forces are continuing counterterrorism operations against militant groups, particularly in the Lower Juba region.

Somalia’s special forces are continuing counterterrorism operations against militant groups, particularly in the Lower Juba region.

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A video showing Somali and Kyrgyzstan soldiers undergoing training in Turkiye. They are exchanging brief words that reflect brotherhood and solidarity.

A video showing Somali and Kyrgyzstan soldiers undergoing training in Turkiye. They are exchanging brief words that reflect brotherhood and solidarity.

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The true brotherhood between the Somali and Turkish armed forces.

The true brotherhood between the Somali and Turkish armed forces.

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A Turkish social affairs officer stationed in Mogadishu lifts young Somali children to bring them joy and comfort. In stark contrast, Israel has killed thousands of children over the past three years and is now seeking to fragment Somalia in response to the close brotherly ties between Ankara and Mogadishu.

A Turkish social affairs officer stationed in Mogadishu lifts young Somali children to bring them joy and comfort. In stark contrast, Israel has killed thousands of children over the past three years and is now seeking to fragment Somalia in response to the close brotherly ties between Ankara and Mogadishu.

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Meet our Hardworking somali girl.🇸🇴

Meet our Hardworking somali girl.🇸🇴

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A Turkish Airlines flight departing from Aden Adde International Airport is a reminder of a historic milestone. When Turkish Airlines landed in Mogadishu on March 6, 2012, it became the first international carrier to return to Somalia since 1991, sending a powerful message to the world: Mogadishu was open again.

A Turkish Airlines flight departing from Aden Adde International Airport is a reminder of a historic milestone. When Turkish Airlines landed in Mogadishu on March 6, 2012, it became the first international carrier to return to Somalia since 1991, sending a powerful message to the world: Mogadishu was open again.

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Students in Mogadishu, holding the Somali flag, call for Somali unity through a powerful awareness song: “Just as a house cannot stand without pillars, we cannot grow strong unless we support each other. Stay alert to those who seek division, and stand united as one.”

Students in Mogadishu, holding the Somali flag, call for Somali unity through a powerful awareness song: “Just as a house cannot stand without pillars, we cannot grow strong unless we support each other. Stay alert to those who seek division, and stand united as one.”

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The 21st Brigade of Somalia's Turkish-trained Gorgor Commando Force on Friday completed its advanced military training in Türkiye and is expected to return to Mogadishu in the coming days, according to security sources. The brigade will be replaced by the 22nd Brigade, which recently finished its basic training in Mogadishu and is set to deploy to Türkiye for advanced instruction. The latest rotation marks a shift in the training program, with an entire brigade now being deployed at once instead of the previous practice of sending a single battalion. With the addition of the 21st and 22nd brigades, the Gorgor force has expanded to six brigades, numbered 17 through 22, making it one of Somalia's largest and most capable military formations. Türkiye provides training, equipment and armored vehicles for the force, while Qatar finances the program. Although the commandos have not yet received more advanced weapon systems, they have been equipped with day and night capable drones and armored vehicles, significantly enhancing their operational capabilities.
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The 21st Brigade of Somalia's Turkish-trained Gorgor Commando Force on Friday completed its advanced military training in Türkiye and is expected to return to Mogadishu in the coming days, according to security sources. The brigade will be replaced by the 22nd Brigade, which recently finished its basic training in Mogadishu and is set to deploy to Türkiye for advanced instruction. The latest rotation marks a shift in the training program, with an entire brigade now being deployed at once instead of the previous practice of sending a single battalion. With the addition of the 21st and 22nd brigades, the Gorgor force has expanded to six brigades, numbered 17 through 22, making it one of Somalia's largest and most capable military formations. Türkiye provides training, equipment and armored vehicles for the force, while Qatar finances the program. Although the commandos have not yet received more advanced weapon systems, they have been equipped with day and night capable drones and armored vehicles, significantly enhancing their operational capabilities.

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The Turkish government regularly trains and equips Somalia’s Gorgor forces, which are among the best trained and best equipped units in the Somali military. These troops have recently returned from Türkiye, where they received commando training.
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The Turkish government regularly trains and equips Somalia’s Gorgor forces, which are among the best trained and best equipped units in the Somali military. These troops have recently returned from Türkiye, where they received commando training.

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Mogadishu, after nearly five years of improved security and stability, is rapidly transforming. Growing business activity, development, and major construction projects are reshaping the city and positioning it to compete with other capitals across the region.
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Mogadishu, after nearly five years of improved security and stability, is rapidly transforming. Growing business activity, development, and major construction projects are reshaping the city and positioning it to compete with other capitals across the region.

Somali Eye

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Turkish F-16 fighter jets returned to Mogadishu after conducting airstrikes against terrorist targets in Somalia's central Hiiraan region. The jets, deployed earlier this year, continue to support Somali forces in counterterrorism operations.
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Turkish F-16 fighter jets returned to Mogadishu after conducting airstrikes against terrorist targets in Somalia's central Hiiraan region. The jets, deployed earlier this year, continue to support Somali forces in counterterrorism operations.

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The Federal Government of Somalia has deployed the elite Gorgor forces, trained by the Government of Turkeye, from their bases in Mogadishu to various regions in order to intensify operations against Al-Shabaab. This move is aimed at strengthening national security and stability, coming just days after government forces reached the strategic city of Baidoa.
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The Federal Government of Somalia has deployed the elite Gorgor forces, trained by the Government of Turkeye, from their bases in Mogadishu to various regions in order to intensify operations against Al-Shabaab. This move is aimed at strengthening national security and stability, coming just days after government forces reached the strategic city of Baidoa.

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Somalia is increasingly relying on its Gorgor forces, one of the country’s most capable military units. Trained and equipped with support from Türkiye, the elite formation has emerged as a key component of the Somali National Army, known for its operational strength, growing numbers and military expertise.
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Somalia is increasingly relying on its Gorgor forces, one of the country’s most capable military units. Trained and equipped with support from Türkiye, the elite formation has emerged as a key component of the Somali National Army, known for its operational strength, growing numbers and military expertise.

Somali Eye

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Major General Sebahattin Kılınç, Commander of the Turkish Task Force Command in Somalia, visited Somalia's special forces on the front lines to provide guidance and advice. The unit receives training, equipment and advisory support from Türkiye.
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Major General Sebahattin Kılınç, Commander of the Turkish Task Force Command in Somalia, visited Somalia's special forces on the front lines to provide guidance and advice. The unit receives training, equipment and advisory support from Türkiye.

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The Somali military has released drone footage showing Al-Shabaab fighters fleeing from areas on the outskirts of Bariire district in the Lower Shabelle region. The operation was carried out by the Gorgor Special Forces, which were trained by Turkiye. The footage shows militants withdrawing from their positions as government forces continue security operations in the area. Officials say drone surveillance has improved tracking of militant movements in rural parts of southern Somalia.
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The Somali military has released drone footage showing Al-Shabaab fighters fleeing from areas on the outskirts of Bariire district in the Lower Shabelle region. The operation was carried out by the Gorgor Special Forces, which were trained by Turkiye. The footage shows militants withdrawing from their positions as government forces continue security operations in the area. Officials say drone surveillance has improved tracking of militant movements in rural parts of southern Somalia.

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This is why Somalis always express their gratitude to the people and government of Turkeye. "A true brother is the one who stands steadfastly by your side in times of hardship."
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This is why Somalis always express their gratitude to the people and government of Turkeye. "A true brother is the one who stands steadfastly by your side in times of hardship."

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Somalia's Minister of Defense, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, strongly defended international referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, saying: "Omar has never had any connection to terrorism. Even the community he comes from rejected and drove out Al-Shabaab. Anyone attempting to associate Omar with the group has only embarrassed themselves and undermined the credibility of the U.S. Embassy that previously granted him a visa. We stand firmly with Omar." Fiqi emphasized that Somalia fully supports Omar and rejected any allegations linking the respected referee to extremist groups.
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Somalia's Minister of Defense, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, strongly defended international referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, saying: "Omar has never had any connection to terrorism. Even the community he comes from rejected and drove out Al-Shabaab. Anyone attempting to associate Omar with the group has only embarrassed themselves and undermined the credibility of the U.S. Embassy that previously granted him a visa. We stand firmly with Omar." Fiqi emphasized that Somalia fully supports Omar and rejected any allegations linking the respected referee to extremist groups.

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This is the Turkish Commando Training School in Isparta. Hundreds of members of an elite Somali commando unit have graduated from a training program in Türkiye under a bilateral agreement aimed at strengthening the Somali Armed Forces. During their time in training, the soldiers also developed strong skills in the Turkish language, to the level of near-native fluency. Many Somalis are interested in learning the language as well. The question is, how easy is it to learn Turkish, and how many years does it typically take for someone to become fluent?
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This is the Turkish Commando Training School in Isparta. Hundreds of members of an elite Somali commando unit have graduated from a training program in Türkiye under a bilateral agreement aimed at strengthening the Somali Armed Forces. During their time in training, the soldiers also developed strong skills in the Turkish language, to the level of near-native fluency. Many Somalis are interested in learning the language as well. The question is, how easy is it to learn Turkish, and how many years does it typically take for someone to become fluent?

Somali Eye

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Turkish F-16 fighter jets were seen taking off early Saturday from Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu, according to videos circulating on social media. The aircraft reportedly carried out airstrikes along the Shabelle River, particularly near the Hawaadleey area, where fighters from Al-Shabaab had dug defensive trenches after being pushed out of the town. Somali forces continue ground operations in the region with aerial support from Turkey, as security cooperation between Somalia and Turkey deepens. Local sources also say Turkish aircraft are increasingly monitoring Somalia’s borders amid the expanding military partnership between the two countries.
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Turkish F-16 fighter jets were seen taking off early Saturday from Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu, according to videos circulating on social media. The aircraft reportedly carried out airstrikes along the Shabelle River, particularly near the Hawaadleey area, where fighters from Al-Shabaab had dug defensive trenches after being pushed out of the town. Somali forces continue ground operations in the region with aerial support from Turkey, as security cooperation between Somalia and Turkey deepens. Local sources also say Turkish aircraft are increasingly monitoring Somalia’s borders amid the expanding military partnership between the two countries.

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The government of Turkiye said, “We will take the risk and stand with you as your brothers, let’s see others come forward.” And they did exactly that, they are here with us today, said Abdulkadir Adan, Chairman of the Somali Petroleum Authority. "A clear example is Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu. At a time when it was not operational, Turkish Airlines launched international flights. Today, many international airlines operate there, and many Somalis are employed across its services. Turkiye started the work, and now others from around the world have followed.".
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The government of Turkiye said, “We will take the risk and stand with you as your brothers, let’s see others come forward.” And they did exactly that, they are here with us today, said Abdulkadir Adan, Chairman of the Somali Petroleum Authority. "A clear example is Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu. At a time when it was not operational, Turkish Airlines launched international flights. Today, many international airlines operate there, and many Somalis are employed across its services. Turkiye started the work, and now others from around the world have followed.".

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The Gorgor forces, equipped with combat vehicles produced by Turkish defense companies, have in recent hours opened up key roads in central regions of Somalia. They have taken control of areas that had been under Al-Shabaab control for nine years.
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The Gorgor forces, equipped with combat vehicles produced by Turkish defense companies, have in recent hours opened up key roads in central regions of Somalia. They have taken control of areas that had been under Al-Shabaab control for nine years.

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Mogadisho Somalia.
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Mogadisho Somalia.

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Alper Aktaş, the Turkish Ambassador to Somalia, along with Turkish military officials stationed in Somalia, visited the Jazeera area on the outskirts of Mogadishu today for a recreational trip. They were warmly received by Somalia’s Minister of Education, senior military officers, and other government officials. Somalia has now reached a high level of security, allowing safe visits to areas outside the capital and even more remote regions.
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Alper Aktaş, the Turkish Ambassador to Somalia, along with Turkish military officials stationed in Somalia, visited the Jazeera area on the outskirts of Mogadishu today for a recreational trip. They were warmly received by Somalia’s Minister of Education, senior military officers, and other government officials. Somalia has now reached a high level of security, allowing safe visits to areas outside the capital and even more remote regions.

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At the heart of Mogadishu, Türkiye runs TurkSom, its largest overseas military base, a key hub for training Somalia’s security forces. The facility is best known for preparing the elite Gorgor units, who undergo advanced and specialized military instruction. The footage offers a glimpse into the base’s daily operations, as TurkSom also functions as a military academy, producing a new generation of Somali officers and non-commissioned officers each year.
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At the heart of Mogadishu, Türkiye runs TurkSom, its largest overseas military base, a key hub for training Somalia’s security forces. The facility is best known for preparing the elite Gorgor units, who undergo advanced and specialized military instruction. The footage offers a glimpse into the base’s daily operations, as TurkSom also functions as a military academy, producing a new generation of Somali officers and non-commissioned officers each year.

Somali Eye

12,167 views • 4 months ago

Breaking News: Somali National Army forces, particularly the elite Danab Commandos, have surrounded the Abooreey area in the Hiiraan region after Al-Shabaab fighters reportedly withdrew from the area overnight. The operation comes as government troops continue offensives in Hiiraan, following recent military gains in the Lower Shabelle and Middle Shabelle regions, with support from Turkish military aircraft.
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Breaking News: Somali National Army forces, particularly the elite Danab Commandos, have surrounded the Abooreey area in the Hiiraan region after Al-Shabaab fighters reportedly withdrew from the area overnight. The operation comes as government troops continue offensives in Hiiraan, following recent military gains in the Lower Shabelle and Middle Shabelle regions, with support from Turkish military aircraft.

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