"Clearance operations" refer to military or law enforcement activities undertaken to eliminate threats, remove obstacles, or secure an area by getting rid of any enemy combatants or illegal elements. Full definition
The troops are currently doing clearance operations in the general area. (securitykingng.org)
The Nigerian Army troops have killed five Boko Haram insurgents in the ongoing clearance operation in Sambisa Forest. (dailypost.ng)
A statement from Army headquarters signed by Col. Sani Usman detailing the operation in Damboa - Bale axis said, «Troops of 254 Task Force Battalion; 25 Task Force Brigade, in conjunction with Vigilantes have conducted clearance operation of remnants of Boko Haram terrorists at Gwashari village along Damboa - Bale road. (securitykingng.org)