According to reports, Türkiye is preparing to send advanced Bayraktar Akıncı drones to Somalia on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.
These drones, known for their superior versatility and firepower compared to the TB-2 models, are part of a strategic effort to strengthen the Somali National Army’s offensive capabilities against Al-Shabaab in the Middle Shabelle region.
The deployment aims to curb the rapid expansion of the Al-Qaeda-linked group and enhance Somalia’s counterterrorism efforts.
This move underscores Turkey’s growing role in supporting regional security initiatives in the Horn of Africa.