Somalia

Mogadishu (AX) — In the ever-beating heart of Somalia, a passionate fervor echoed through the grand hall last week as the Federation of Somali Trade Unions (FESTU) wrapped up its Fifth Quadrennial Congress in Mogadishu. This assembly wasn't just a meeting; it was a clarion call, a seminal gathering aimed at fortifying the nation's labor movement for the coming years. With a captivating theme—"Empowering Workers' Voice for Justice"—the two-day congress attracted 328 delegates. These included fervent representatives…

Mogadishu's Controversial Legal Drama: Auditor General in the Spotlight By Ali MusaAxadle Times International–Monitoring MOGADISHU, Somalia — Under the dusky skies of Mogadishu, a legal battle unfurls that threatens to unravel the very fabric of Somalia’s bureaucratic tapestry. The protagonist? Ahmed Isse Gutale, Somalia’s Auditor General, now embroiled in accusations that paint a grim portrait of corruption, power abuse, and extortion. Rarely does a tale of such intrigue capture the imagination, and yet, here we are.…

Northeastern State Recruits Veteran Strategists as ISIS Conflict Escalates BOSASO, Somalia - Imagine standing at the foothills of the rugged Cal-Miskaad mountains in the Bari region. The air is thick with anticipation and the echoes of past battles. With rising tensions gripping this dynamic landscape, the leadership of the semi-autonomous Northeastern State state has made a strategic move. They are recalling retired military tacticians and strategists, seeking the wisdom of experience in a terrain that shapes…

Mogadishu (AX) – In the labyrinthine alleys of Jamaame district, nestled within Somalia's storied Lower Juba region, a quiet storm was brewing. It was a subtle chaos orchestrated with the precision of a maestro by the elite Danab commandos of the Somali National Army. But they were not alone in this symphony of military strategy. Alongside them, adding their own fierce cadence, were Jubbaland’s revered Dervish forces. Consider the complexity of such operations. How does one synchronize movements across such challenging…

BOSASO, Somalia - The U.S. Intensifies Its Strategy Against ISIS in Somalia In the rocky expanse of the Cal-Miskaad mountains, dust clouds mingled with smoke as U.S.-led airstrikes once more reverberated across Northeastern State's rugged terrain. As the sun dipped behind the hills this past Sunday, the U.S. Africa Command put into action a decisive strike—its second this month—sending a clear message of its unyielding resolve to combat terrorism. U.S. military officials…

Mogadishu: A Prelude to Political Discord? In the midst of Mogadishu's bustling environment, an air of apprehension seems to linger. Imagine the scene: a dimly lit conference room, the hum of whispered conversations punctuating the tension in the air. Here, at the convergence of deliberate political dialogues, a somewhat unsettling proclamation was made. Allegations Against the President At the Himilo Qaran political party's recent gathering, a spirited opposition figure, Abdullahi Sheikh Hassan,…

Baidoa (AX) — In a turn of events that can only be described as harrowing yet hopeful, the security forces in Somalia's South West State have succeeded in rescuing four children, much to the relief of their anguished families. These children—each tender and impressionable—found themselves in the clutches of the notorious Al-Shabaab, a scourge force bent on enlisting them into their militant ranks as child soldiers. Can one truly grasp the enormity of such a violation? Local authorities announced this heartening news on…

Riyadh: The Complex Web of Justice in Saudi Arabia In the austere city of Najran, Saudi Arabia, the echoes of justice reverberated with a somber note on Sunday. Mohamed Nur Hussein, a Somali native, faced the nation's unyielding justice system, accused of smuggling hashish. The verdict, carried out by beheading, garners both awe and consternation. Is it ever fully possible to comprehend the depth of such legal finality? Hussein’s family, cloaked in grief and disbelief, alleges a litany of…

**Mogadishu (AX) –** A dramatic airstrike executed by the United States unfolded over the weekend, commandeering attention in the dry, sandy expanses of northeastern Somalia. Two members of the ISIS faction met their demise, as disclosed by U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) on a sleepy Monday morning. Why does this matter? The strike paints a wider picture of the second strategic assault within the month against ISIS enclaves nestled in Somalia's rugged Northeastern State region. These efforts underline Africa Command's…

Joint Airstrikes Targeting ISIS Operatives in Somalia’s Rugged Terrain BOSASO, Somalia - Under the scorching sun of Somalia's Cal-Miskaad mountains, a covert yet relentless battle unfolds. Here, the United States and US Africa Command intensify their airstrike operations, targeting the clandestine hideouts of ISIS militants. Why are these missions essential? The answer lies in the details: facilitating the local forces' giant strides against this insurgent group. In the past eight weeks, ISIS militants, once deemed…