Somalia

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…

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 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 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…

Edited By Ali Musa Axadle Times International – Monitoring. Garowe: A Rift in the Federal Fabric In the scenic town of Garowe, where the arid landscape meets a world full of political complexities, a significant discourse has emerged. At the heart of this discourse is Northeastern State's firm reluctance to align with Somalia's Federal Government without substantive reforms. Centralization of power at Mogadishu's helm has long been a bone of contention, brewing tension not just recently, but repeatedly through the…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a passionate appeal to the heart of Somalia's legislative body, a federal lawmaker, Abdullahi Farah Mire, has turned the spotlight on what he describes as a troubling diversion of national security funds. At the core of his concern is a claim directed at officials within the orbit of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. The essence of Mire’s charge is both critical and evocative: he alleges that money intended for the national fight against the pervasive threat of Islamic State militants is being…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a momentous session held on a vibrant Wednesday in Somalia's capital, the Lower House of Parliament endorsed two pivotal pieces of legislation — the Insurance Companies Bill and the Financial Institutions Bill. Gathering at the heart of Mogadishu, these decisions weren't made lightly but rather with resounding consensus. A vote-out indicative of overwhelming endorsement saw the Insurance Companies Bill receiving 142 supportive votes, while the Financial Institutions Bill was close behind with 141…

Somali Forces End 15-Hour Al-Shabaab Siege on Beleaguered Hotel in Beledweyne Location - Beledweyne, Somalia. It was an arduous battle that lasted a grueling 15 hours, yet on Wednesday, Somali security forces, with the indispensable support of allied Djiboutian troops, triumphed over the notorious Al-Shabaab militants. The confrontation was nothing short of a harrowing ordeal, marked by bold acts of heroism as the siege unfolded with unflinching intensity at the Hotel Cairo in Beledweyne—a city vital to Somalia's…

Protecting Trade from Regional Conflicts In today's world, large-scale wars reminiscent of the 20th century are relics of the past. However, the persistence of regional conflicts poses its own brand of challenges. As one navigates through these murky waters, it is crucial to ask: are we truly prepared for the complexities these smaller-scale skirmishes unveil? Conflicts in vital corridors of global commerce, especially near bustling shipping lanes, spell huge disruptions. These aren't just…

Introduction In 1991, a seismic shift occurred in Somalia as the central government crumbled, leaving institutions weakened and unable to foster public trust or combat corruption effectively. Imagine a country where the infrastructure to safeguard public resources is near non-existent. It's challenging, isn't it? This absence further aggravated Somalia's struggle for recovery, notably hindering the provision of essential public services. As civil war raged on, regional administrations emerged, stepping in to fill the…