Mohamed Farrah Aidid
Mohamed Farrah Aidid was a Somali military leader and warlord who played a significant role in the Somali Civil War during the early 1990s. He became notorious for his opposition to the United Nations' humanitarian efforts in Somalia, which culminated in the Battle of Mogadishu in 1993, an event that highlighted the complexities of international intervention and led to a controversial U.S. military operation. Aidid's actions and the ensuing chaos contributed to a prolonged period of instability in Somalia, making him a central figure in discussions about U.S. foreign policy failures in the region.
Born on Dec 15, 1934 (90 years old)
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Mohamed Farrah Aidid was the target of a failed operation during Clinton's presidency.
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