Brown Land News Receives Reports Alleging UAE Military Use of Bosaso AirportBosaso, Somalia
By: Abdiasis Farah Said
February 22, 2026 Brown Land News has received information alleging that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to use Bosaso International Airport for military-related operations.According to sources who contacted Brown Land News, UAE military cargo aircraft are allegedly landing at Bosaso airport and transporting military equipment. The sources further claim that the supplies are intended for the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan, which remains involved in ongoing conflict in the country.Brown Land News previously reported receiving an image from a passenger who landed today at Bosaso International Airport. The image appears to show a large military cargo aircraft on the tarmac. However, the aircraft’s registration details and mission have not been independently verified. These new allegations come after the Federal Government of Somalia expelled the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces from Somalia and announced restrictions on the use of Somali airspace for certain foreign military operations. If confirmed, the reported movements could raise serious concerns regarding Somalia’s airspace sovereignty and regional security implications. However, at the time of publication, there has been no official confirmation from Somali authorities, the UAE government, or representatives of the Rapid Support Forces regarding these claims.Brown Land News emphasizes that these reports are based on information received from sources and have not yet been independently verified by official statements or documented flight records. Authorities are urged to investigate the matter transparently to clarify the situation. This story is developing, and updates will follow as more verified information becomes available.
