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Ex-Somali Leader Denounces Al-Shabaab’s Hotel Assault in Beledweyne
Mogadishu (AX) – In a world often fraught with challenges and uncertainties, there are moments that make us pause and reflect. The recent tragic attack on the Qahira Hotel in Beledweyne serves as one such moment. A location bustling with life became the unfortunate site of a grievous assault, costing the lives of six individuals, including both civilians and valiant military officers.
Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed addressed the nation with heartfelt sincerity following the attack. Through his…
Challenges and Fears Plague Former U.S. Deportees in Somalia
Mogadishu, Somalia – Under the relentless heat of the Mogadishu sun, Mukhtar Abdiwhab Ahmed finds himself seated on a simple plastic chair outside his home. The sounds of children at play, soldiers in clusters, and rickshaws darting past are the symphony of his daily surroundings.
“Had I known I'd be here in Somalia, these tattoos would never have made it onto my skin,” he muses to Al Jazeera. Mukhtar, a 39-year-old, resorts mostly to long-sleeved shirts now, hoping to shield himself from the critical whispers and…
Somali and AU Forces End Beleweyne Hotel Siege
A Siege Broken: A Story of Courage and Resilience in Beledweyne
In the early hours of a seemingly ordinary Tuesday morning, Hotel Cairo in Beledweyne became the scene of a dramatic 15-hour siege. The tranquility of the morning was shattered by a thunderous car bomb explosion, announced by the notorious Al-Shabaab militants. A total of seven unfortunate souls, comprising traditional elders, military officers, and civilian bystanders, were swept away in this storm of brutality. Those who survived sustained injuries—wounds…
Northeastern State Leader Pledges to Halt ISIS Payments, Warns of Crackdown
Northeastern State's Economic Resilience: An Address by President Said Abdullahi Deni
In a stirring address that has resonated throughout Northeastern State, President Said Abdullahi Deni announced a decisive shift in the region's stance on businesses claiming coercion as a pretext for making payments to the Islamic State (ISIS). From this point forward, the administration has vowed to dismantle such financial channels. With a tone underscored by determination, President Deni remarked, "No businessperson will have the…
Somali Airstrikes Eliminate 50 Militants Post Hotel Siege
Somalian Struggles Against Terrorism: A Chronicle of Hope and Resilience
Alasow remarked on the grueling night's operations as government soldiers, supported by African Union forces, heroically navigated through a tense and dangerous situation. They worked tirelessly to rescue individuals trapped within the confines of a besieged hotel, including elders, military personnel, and innocent civilians. With a mixture of pride and sorrow, he disclosed, “During the 18-hour siege, our courageous soldiers eliminated two…
Photos: Somali Forces Quell 24-Hour Hotel Siege by Al-Shabab
Beledweyne Siege Costs Lives Amidst Somali Struggle
In the heart of Somalia's Hiran region resides the city of Beledweyne, a place marked by both its picturesque landscapes and, alas, the scars of conflict. Wednesday saw Somali security forces ending a harrowing 24-hour siege on a revered city hotel, leaving behind a somber tale of loss and resilience.
The ordeal began much like a thunderclap on a serene day. As dusk settled in, a car bomb ripped through the Cairo Hotel on Tuesday—a site known…
Somali Forces Launch Offensive Against Al-Shabaab, Eliminating High-Ranking Commander
Strategic Military Operation in Somalia: A Closer Look
Edited By Ali Musa Axadle Times International – Monitoring
In the bustling streets of Mogadishu, a press release from the command center of the Somali National Army has stirred up quite the buzz. As people across the nation are glued to their television screens, anxiously following updates from Somalia's Kaab TV, they find themselves pondering: "What is the price of peace?"
“Courage is not the absence of fear, but…
Somali Forces and Militias Clash with Al-Shabaab in Middle Shabelle
Turmoil in Middle Shabelle: A Renewed Offensive Against Al-Shabaab
It was early morning in the bustling streets of Mogadishu when news trickled down from Middle Shabelle. One can't help but wonder, what drives a community to take arms against a formidable adversary like Al-Shabaab? The answers are embedded in the narratives of resilience and homeland defense.
In a village known as Laba Garas, under the broad shadow of Adale district, Somali government forces, alongside local militias, initiated…
Puntland Authorities to Establish New Bureau to Combat Money Laundering
Puntland Takes a Bold Step Against Money Laundering
In the vibrant heart of Garowe, as the sun cast its golden hue over the land, an announcement was made that could reshape Puntland's financial landscape. Envision a room filled with the anticipation of possibility, where hope mingled with the weight of responsibility. This was the atmosphere when President Saeed Abdullahi Deni addressed a gathering of businessmen from the Bari region in the bustling city of Bosaso. With a resolute tone that was both…
Ugandan Forces Dispatched to Juba Amid Rising Tensions in South Sudan
Ugandan Troops Deployed to Juba Amidst Rising South Sudan Tensions
JUBA, South Sudan – In a strategic maneuver aimed at stabilizing the political landscape in South Sudan, Ugandan troops have been deployed to the nation’s capital, Juba. This decision, confirmed by the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) chief, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, comes as tensions threaten the fragile peace in the nation, challenging its already precarious stability.
The…