The much-awaited Bayraktar Akıncı drones from Turkey have already arrived in Somalia, as initially predicted.
Turkey’s deployment of advanced Bayraktar Akıncı drones to Mogadishu marks a significant step in bolstering the country’s counter-terrorism efforts.
The drones, known for their advanced surveillance and combat capabilities, are expected to enhance the operational effectiveness of Somali forces in their fight against terrorist groups, such as Al-Shabaab.
The outgoing Somali Defense Minister, Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, praised the initiative, describing it as “unprecedented military aid” and highlighting Turkey’s strong commitment to supporting Somalia in its efforts to combat terrorism.
This move not only strengthens the military partnership between Turkey and Somalia but also underscores Turkey’s growing role in regional security and stability.
The deployment of these drones is likely to improve intelligence-gathering, precision strikes, and overall operational coordination in anti-terror missions, which are critical for Somalia’s long-term security and stability.
This development reflects the deepening ties between the two nations, with Turkey being one of Somalia’s key international allies in recent years.