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Somali Army Retreats from Strategic Town After Al-Shabaab Assault ADAN YABAL, Somalia - In a dramatic turn of events, the Somali National Army (SNA) has executed a strategic withdrawal from Adan Yabaal village, a key location nestled in the heart of Middle Shabelle. This withdrawal follows a fierce confrontation on Wednesday that adds another layer of complexity to ongoing operations in central and southern Somalia. The village of Adan Yabaal is more than just a place on the map. This pivotal…

In a curious tale of ambition and disregard for the law, Belgian nationals Lornoy David and Seppe Lodewijckx found themselves in the limelight as they appeared in the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Law Courts in Nairobi, Kenya, on April 15, 2025. Both men had pleaded guilty to the charges of illegal possession and trafficking of garden ants, a case that has captivated the attention of both local and international audiences. The incident, which involved four smugglers attempting to export thousands of live ants to meet…

The ongoing military operations carried out by Israel, coupled with the blockage of humanitarian aid, have tragically turned Gaza into a dire situation for Palestinians and those endeavoring to assist them. This serious claim comes from the medical aid organization Doctors Without Borders, which paints a somber picture of the current humanitarian crisis. Since the attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023, Israel has been actively engaged in military operations in Gaza. This escalation resumed in March following the collapse of a…

Sanctions on Al-Shabaab Operatives: US and Gulf States' Joint Offensive WASHINGTON - In a collaborative stride against terror financing, seven countries under the banner of the Terrorist Financing Targeting Center (TFTC) have sanctioned 15 operatives of the infamous group, Al-Shabaab, in Somalia. These individuals, now exposed as key players in sustaining Al-Shabaab financially, have been under scrutiny for several years. Why is this significant? Well, these operatives are integral in not just financially…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant moment for Somalia, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, alongside Mogadishu Mayor Yusuf Hussein Jimale and a delegation of cabinet members, paid a visit to a voter registration site in the Shangani district this past Wednesday. This visit marked the official commencement of the country’s groundbreaking voter registration initiative, an endeavor that has been decades in the making. As he addressed an eager crowd, Prime Minister Barre characterized the occasion as a “victory for Somalia,”…

The atmosphere was electric, pulsating with the tension that only a high-stakes Champions League match can bring. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), a club burdened by the weight of its expectations, found itself in a precarious situation. The players were visibly rattled, their usual flair subdued under the mounting pressure. Their goalkeeper, Gianluigi Donnarumma, emerged as a beacon of hope, making an astonishing series of saves that seemed to defy logic. The prospect of enduring another painful “remontada”—a notorious…

Cairo (AX) — This past Tuesday, a significant meeting took place in the vibrant heart of Cairo, where a high-level Somali delegation had a productive dialogue with General Osama Sayyid, the Secretary-General of Egypt’s Council of Ministers. This gathering aimed to foster and enhance bilateral cooperation in the realms of public sector development and institutional reform. The discussions underscored a shared vision: strengthening the bonds between Somalia and Egypt. At the core of these talks was the aspiration to modernize…

SSC-Khatumo: Embracing Somalia’s Federal Family After Extended Negotiations LAS ANOD, Somalia - In the dynamic geopolitical landscape of the Horn of Africa, where history writes itself in bold strokes, the northern regions of Somalia have long stood on the outskirts of acceptance. This Monday brought a noteworthy shift—Sool, Sanaag, and Cayn, collectively known as SSC-Khatumo, have finally been embraced as a recognized federal member state. This milestone did not come easily, nor was it a simple bureaucratic…

Beledweyne (AX) — On a day that marked a significant step in regional security efforts, a fresh contingent of Djiboutian troops arrived in Beledweyne on Tuesday. This deployment is part of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) and represents the ongoing evolution of the African Union’s strategy following the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). As the aircraft touched down at Ugaas Khaliif Airport, the atmosphere was a mix of anticipation and resolve. The troops were warmly…

President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador recently clarified his stance at the White House regarding the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a man wrongly deported from the United States. Bukele expressed that sending Mr. Abrego Garcia back would be akin to "smuggling a terrorist into the country." This statement came during a discussion in the Oval Office, where officials from the Trump administration noted they did not have an obligation to facilitate the return of the Maryland resident, despite a Supreme Court ruling mandating…