Citizens cheat death as Iranian-made cruise missile crashes in Somalia’s sool region
An alleged Iranian-made cruise missile reportedly crashed in Somalia‘s Sool region, causing a loud explosion in the Taleex district.
Fortunately, no casualties have been reported from the incident, though residents discovered wreckage resembling an Iranian Quds land-attack cruise missile (LACM) at the crash site.
The event has sparked concerns about potential regional implications, given its similarity to previous Iranian-backed Houthi rebel missile attacks.
Witnesses in the Taleex district Late Thursday night, described hearing a powerful explosion around midnight, prompting immediate investigations.
Visual evidence from the scene supports claims of the crash, with debris resembling components of an Iranian Quds LACM found scattered across the area.
Such findings draw parallels with past incidents involving Iranian-backed Houthi rebels, who have utilized similar munitions to target neighboring countries.
While the exact nature of the incident remains under scrutiny, locals speculate that the destruction is consistent with either a drone strike or a long-range cruise missile attack that failed to reach its intended target.
Notably, no group has claimed responsibility for the intrusion into Somali airspace, leaving the origins of the missile unclear.
The timing of this event coincides with heightened regional tensions following recent U.S. airstrikes targeting Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen.
These strikes have disrupted shipping routes through the strategically vital Suez Canal, amplifying concerns about broader geopolitical ramifications.
Despite the alarming nature of the crash, the absence of casualties in Somalia provides a small measure of relief amid growing apprehensions about regional security. Nevertheless, the incident underscores the volatile nature of the region and the potential for further escalation in conflicts involving various international actors.
