The pro-ISIS jihadists have two objectives: to replenish their ranks, decimated by SADC anti-terrorism operations, and to maintain control over the population with terror.
The phenomenon, widespread in Cabo Delgado, is linked to the recent arrival of pro-ISIS experts from other areas. There is a risk of an increase in violence also in Tanzania.
Operation Vikela will continue to fight ISCAP in Cabo Delgado, especially in Macomia, Mueda and Nangade. Meanwhile, EUTM MOZ intensifies the training of FADM.
International operation TRIGGER VIII, coordinated by Interpol, dismantles 14 criminal groups in 8 countries, as well as arms and drug trafficking in the quadrant.
Combat Team Alpha (CTA) with armored vehicles, special forces and an airlift component deployed in Cabo Delgado. An ad hoc base in Macomia is also under construction.
The ISCAP, ISWAP and ISGS jihadists galvanized after the appointment of the Islamic State leader. The European partners and Russia, however, are focused on Kyiv.