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**Beledweyne (AX)** – In a remarkable development, Abdi Dahir Guure Karoore, the Minister of Interior of Hirshabelle State, has made a bold announcement: the Somali National Army (SNA) and local defense fighters have encircled the strategic town of Aden Yabaal in the Middle Shabelle region and are gearing up for an imminent entrance into this pivotal location. Just days ago, Aden Yabaal was under the control of the notorious Al-Shabaab, a group that has long plagued Somalia with its violent insurgency. However, the tide is…

Tan iyo markii la ii doortay madaxweynaha Soomaaliya sanadkii 2012, waxaan la kulmay xaalado adag oo aan lafilin, oo ay ka mid yihiin 6 isku day dil oo ay fuliyeen kooxda argagixisada ah ee Alshabaab. Isku daygii ugu dambeeyay ayaa dhacay 18 Maarso 2025, anigoo ku sii jeedey garoonka diyaaradaha Muqdisho si aan ugu biiro ciidammada geesiyada ah ee dagaalka jooga. Maalinkaas, markii aan ku socday wado aan ka gelayo garoonka, Alshabaab waxay isku dayeen inay carqaladeeyaan safarkeyga, iyagoo adeegsanaya walxaha qarxa oo ay…

Op-Ed: Speaker Aden Madobe Must Embrace Transparency or Step Down The Federal Parliament of Somalia finds itself in another gripping crisis, with Speaker Aden Mohamed Nur (commonly known as Madobe) at the core of a contentious dispute. Just last night, Madobe took an unprecedented step by suspending 20 opposition MPs from attending sessions—an action many interpret as an attempt to stifle a brewing no-confidence motion against him. One can't help but wonder: Is this a tactical maneuver or a delay of…

The Fight Against Terrorism: A Collective Journey Towards Peace Since re-assuming my presidential duties in 2022, my unwavering commitment has been to confront the threats posed by Al-Shabaab and ISIS head-on. We are implementing a comprehensive strategy that tackles them on two critical fronts: ideology and finance. This dual approach is not just an operational necessity; it is a moral imperative. Ideological Defense: Unmasking the Falsehoods On the ideological front, we have gathered over 300 esteemed…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a dramatic turn of events within the Somali Parliament, a group of lawmakers has announced their intention to bring forth a motion aimed at ousting the Speaker of the House of the People, Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur (Madoobe). This decision, made public during a press conference in Mogadishu, highlights a level of tension that has been brewing beneath the surface. Member of Parliament Saadaq Abdullahi stepped up to the microphone, his voice steady yet filled with significance. "We have over 100 lawmakers…

Mogadishu (AX) — Recently, former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo found himself in the thick of a heated discourse regarding the recent strategic withdrawal of government forces from crucial military positions, including Aden Yabaal in Middle Shabelle. In a world rife with misinformation, Farmaajo's plea to the Somali public emphasized unity and support for the national army, rather than succumbing to the insidious propaganda of Al-Shabaab. In a press release on Tuesday, the former leader articulated his…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant development on the night of Wednesday, a precision airstrike executed in collaboration with the Somali National Army (SNA) resulted in the elimination of at least 12 Al-Shabaab militants, including several high-ranking commanders, in the Aden Yabaal district of the Middle Shabelle region. This strategic move was officially reported by the Somali government on Thursday. The operation was a joint effort from U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and Somali forces, specifically targeting a compound…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a recent move that draws attention to the complex geopolitics of the region, the Turkish Parliament has given its nod to an important presidential motion. This decision greenlights the continued deployment of Turkish naval forces in certain strategic waters: the Gulf of Aden, the waters off the Somali coast, the Arabian Sea, and nearby regions. Scheduled to remain in effect until February 10 next year, this extension underscores Türkiye’s unwavering resolve in tackling the maritime threats lurking in…

Ah, the perils of the high seas! Just when we thought the waters of the Gulf of Aden were safe, the specter of maritime piracy raises its head again. Recently, a Chinese fishing crew found themselves in the deep end—a bit too literally—after an unforeseen hijacking aboard their vessel. The oceans around the Horn of Africa, previously notorious for piracy, seemed to have calmed. But with this new incident, one wonders: has piracy made an unwanted comeback? Remarkably, and much to the relief of their loved ones, the crew…

A DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise drone is buzzing in the air. It's just like those now banned from flying within five nautical miles of Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport due to new safety rules from the Somali Civil Aviation Authority.Mogadishu (AX) — In light of heightened security troubles, Somalia's Civil Aviation Authority has grounded all drones within a five-nautical-mile circle around Mogadishu's Aden Abdulle International Airport. This move aims to secure the area and smooth out flight operations at the nation's…