The Pentagon said on Friday that in accordance with the order of US President Trump, it is withdrawing most of the US troops from Somalia and continues to promote Trump's post-election plan to reduce US participation in overseas counter-terrorism missions.
The Pentagon stated in a brief statement that most of the US military and assets in Somalia will be withdrawn in early 2021, but did not provide details. There are currently about 700 soldiers in this country and he is expected to withdraw some or all of his troops from Somalia. Trump recently ordered the reduction of troops in Afghanistan and Iraq.
However, the Pentagon stated that the withdrawal of troops in Somalia does not mark the end of the United States’ counter-terrorism efforts there. As a result of this decision, some troops may be reassigned to places outside East Africa. The remaining forces will be redeployed from Somalia to neighboring countries so that the United States and partners can conduct cross-border operations and maintain pressure on violent extremist organizations in Somalia. source