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AFRICOM

United States Africa Command — the U.S. military combatant command responsible for operations in Africa. Incidents involve AFRICOM-directed airstrikes, special operations, and military actions with civilian impact across the continent.

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Massive Escalation of US Airstrikes in Somalia with Zero Civilian Accountability

US airstrikes in Somalia escalated dramatically in 2025, with AFRICOM claiming zero civilian casualties despite independent monitors documenting dozens of civilian deaths. AFRICOM stopped publishing …

  • AFRICOM conducted at least 43 airstrikes in Somalia in 2025, more than doubling the prior year's pace, with the administration citing both …
  • AFRICOM has assessed zero civilian casualties from its 2025 strikes, while independent monitors at Airwars document between 33 and 167 total …