The United States supports the ongoing counterterrorism operations in the regional state of HirShabelle.
Larry Andre, the US Ambassador to Somalia, said this on Friday.
He offered the reassurance during a video conference call with Governor Ali Jeyte of Hiraan.
Several prominent Hiiraan leaders took part in the video conferencing discussions too.
Amb. Andre conveyed US unwavering support for the operations.
Federal and regional forces have worked closely with local militia to clear terrorists from the region.