Who is Somalia at war with?

* Islamist Insurgency:

- Somalia has been facing an ongoing Islamist insurgency led by the al-Shabaab group. The group seeks to establish its own interpretation of Islamic law and has been engaged in armed conflict against the Somali government and African Union peacekeeping forces.

* Counterterrorism Operations:

- The Somali government and its international partners, such as the United States, carry out counterterrorism operations to combat the threat posed by al-Shabaab and other terrorist organizations in the country.

* Clan Conflicts:

- Somalia has experienced clan-based conflicts, often rooted in historical grievances and competition for resources. These conflicts can result in violent confrontations and displacement of civilians.

Historical Conflicts

* Ethiopian-Somali War (1977-1978):

- The Ethiopian-Somali War was a conflict between Ethiopia and Somalia over the disputed Ogaden region. Somalia launched an invasion in 1977, but the Ethiopian forces eventually pushed the Somali army back.

* Somali Civil War (1991-present):

- The Somali Civil War began in 1991 after the overthrow of President Siad Barre. It led to a protracted conflict involving various militias and factions within Somalia. The conflict has resulted in the fragmentation of the country, chronic instability, and humanitarian challenges.