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U.S. Airstrikes Hit ISIS Targets in Somalia, Confirms AFRICOM
A Rising Threat: ISIS-Somalia's Bold Stance
The evolving landscape of global security draws the world's eyes to an urgent task at hand. "ISIS-Somalia has demonstrated both the will and the ability to conduct operations that threaten U.S. security interests," AFRICOM stated. By turning a critical lens on how this threat unfolds, we delve into the implications of this announcement. This group has persistently targeted Somali security forces and foreign nationals, a fact that reverberates through the concerned corridors of…
Video Captures Somali, Ethiopian Migrants Fleeing Alleged Captivity in Johannesburg
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa (AX) — As dawn cast its first light over Johannesburg this Wednesday morning, a dramatic event unfolded in a quiet suburban enclave known as Lombardy East. The tranquility was shattered when dozens of foreign nationals, with many being teenagers and young adults hailing from Ethiopia and Somalia, courageously broke free from a house. The local police, the ever-vigilant South African Police Service (SAPS), quickly mobilized to investigate the incident as a potential breach of South Africa’s…
Unveiling the Surge: Understanding Al-Shabaab’s Escalating Assaults in Somalia in Recent Months
Al-Shabaab's Intensified Campaigns: A Closer Look at Somalia's Recent Conflict
NAIROBI, Kenya - In the heart of East Africa, Somalia stands as a nation grappling with a relentless adversary. Al-Shabaab, a militant group with a tumultuous history, has recently escalated its attacks, particularly in the central and southern regions. This surge in violence has sparked a vigorous response from federal troops, the United States military, and African Union forces, unfolding a distinctive pattern over the recent months.…
U.S. Launches Airstrikes Targeting Daesh, Reports Somalia
Edited By Ali MusaAxadle Times International–Monitoring.
US F/A-18 Super Hornet attack fighter jet taking off from the US Navy's Nimitz-class USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier at sea on March 16, 2025. (AFP)
In the heart of East Africa, a land steeped in both challenge and resilience, a new spotlight has emerged. On this stage, the United States, in collaboration with the Somali federal government, has executed a strategic air campaign targeting Daesh group strongholds in northern Somalia. This recent development,…
Turkey Pledges Continued Backing to Strengthen Somalia’s Security and Stability in Presidential Talks
Türkiye Strengthens Its Pledge to Somalia's Future
In the grand halls of Ankara's Presidential Complex, a significant meeting unfurled last Thursday. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud with warmth and resolve. This encounter reinforced Türkiye's unwavering pledge to bolster Somalia's security, sustain its territorial integrity, and propel its economic progression. But what does this mean for a partnership that has weathered many storms?
President Erdogan…
Kenyan al-Shabaab Convict’s US Sentencing Stalled, Seeks New Counsel
Kenyan national Cholo Abdi Abdullah's mugshot from his apprehension in July 2019 in the Philippines has become quite symbolic of a dark and disturbing chapter. Captured by the diligent Criminal Investigation and Detection Group, this image resonates far beyond its graphical representation, telling a tale of foiled terror. This case, rooted deep in complicated international issues, unfolded with Abdullah, a man seemingly prepared to emulate one of the most harrowing tragedies in recent history.
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota…
U.S. Aid: Least Funded African Nations in 2025
On January 20, 2025, just moments after stepping into office for his second term, Donald Trump made a consequential move that reverberated across continents. By halting USAID funding, a major lifeline for numerous African countries, Trump set off a storm of questions about the future of U.S. support for the region.
Imagine for a moment the far-reaching impact of abruptly cutting off such a crucial funding source. Programs that focus on healthcare, agriculture, and education have long depended on this aid to…
U.S. Armed Forces Launch Airstrikes Targeting ISIS Fighters in Somalia’s Northeastern State Region
BOSASO, Somalia -
Steadfast as ever, the US Africa Command has once again reconfirmed their resolute stance on fighting violent extremism in Somalia. Is this a testament to Washington's unwavering dedication to restoring peace in the Horn of Africa, or merely a routine intervention? The answer may lie in the latest developments on the ground.
The official statement from US Africa Command, released Wednesday, points to recent airstrikes that specifically targeted ISIS militants entrenched in northern Somalia.…
Somali Authorities Conduct a Raid on Mogadishu Residence of SJS Information Chief Mohamed Bulbul
Somali Journalists Syndicate Raises Concerns Over Recent Raid
Edited By Ali Musa, Axadle Times international–Monitoring.
MOGADISHU, Somalia, 27 March 2025 – A recent event has shaken the Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS). It has left us pondering a fundamental question: How far must we go to protect freedom of expression? The unsettling police raid on the residence of SJS Secretary of Information and Human Rights, Mohamed Ibrahim Bulbul, on the night of 26 March, has sparked grave concern among human rights…
Conflict Engulfs Sudan’s Al Fasher and Zamzam Camps, Endangering 825,000 Children
Darfur Crisis: A Call to Action
Edited By Ali MusaAxadle Times International – Monitoring
PORT SUDAN/NEW YORK – 26 March 2025 – The plight of children in Sudan's Darfur region has reached alarming heights this year. Reports reveal a striking 83% surge in child casualties compared to the same period last year. The situation in North Darfur is particularly dire, with 110 violations verified, painting a grim picture of the region's future.
In the beleaguered town of Al Fasher, North Darfur, a heartbreaking…