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AFRICOM Chief Strengthens Anti-Terror Ties in East Africa

12/2/2025

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Gen. Dagvin Anderson, commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), visited East Africa from November 23–27, 2025, to strengthen U.S. strategies against terrorism.
In Somaliland, he met with President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and military leaders to assess the security environment in Berbera.
In Puntland, he praised the region's efforts against ISIS and met with Vice President Ilyas Osman Lugatoor.
This trip aligns with U.S. priorities to counter terrorist groups and enhance cooperation in the region.

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Gen. Dagvin Anderson, commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), visited East Africa from November 23–27, 2025, to strengthen U.S. strategies against terrorism.
In Somaliland, he met with President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and military leaders to assess the security environment in Berbera.
In Puntland, he praised the region's efforts against ISIS and met with Vice President Ilyas Osman Lugatoor.
This trip aligns with U.S. priorities to counter terrorist groups and enhance cooperation in the region.