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Ethiopian Airstrikes Hit Al-Shabaab Bases in Middle Shabelle

In a significant development over the skies of Somalia's Middle Shabelle region, Ethiopian military aircraft recently launched airstrikes targeting Al-Shabaab strongholds. As confirmed by Somali Defense Minister Abdukadir Mohamed Nur on Thursday, this operation marks another chapter in the complex security landscape of the region. Addressing the nation via Somali National Television, Minister Nur articulated the careful diplomatic choreography involved in these airstrikes. "It is impossible to conduct airstrikes inside…

Somali Forces and AFRICOM Launch Airstrikes Targeting Al-Shabaab in Vicinity of Bulo Burte

Mogadishu's Strategic Strides Against Insurgency Mogadishu (Axadle Times) - On a day unmistakably marked by tension and resolve, the Somali National Army (SNA), bolstered by support from the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), executed precision airstrikes in the vicinity of Bulo Burte district, nestled in the oft-tumultuous Hiiraan region. The date etched in the local memory is February 20, 2025—a day aimed at nullifying an imminent assault by the notorious Al-Shabaab. Unearthing a Tactical Symphony…

Northeastern State Troops and UAE Airstrikes Eliminate 44 ISIS Militants in Significant Operation

Mogadishu (AX) – In the rugged terrain of the Al-Miskaad Mountains, where silence is broken only by whispers of the wind, a dramatic clash unfolded. Over the past week, Northeastern State's security forces, aided by UAE airstrikes, embarked on a meticulously coordinated counterterrorism operation. Their target? Insidious pockets of ISIS militants lurking in these highlands, hidden in plain sight for years. From a bird’s-eye view, the operation might seem like an intense chess game played over harsh landscapes. As…

U.S. Launches Second Round of Airstrikes Against ISIS in Somalia This Month

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…

US and UAE Launch Airstrikes Targeting ISIS Strongholds in Somalia’s Northeastern State Region

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…

Fresh Airstrikes in Somalia’s Northeastern State Region Eliminate Over 30 ISIS Militants

File Photo In a daring operation that embraced the vast, rugged terrain of northern Somalia, over thirty militants from the infamous Daesh/ISIS faction met their demise under a barrage of airstrikes on Wednesday. Located in the Bari province of the semi-autonomous Northeastern State region, these strikes were a concerted effort to dismantle terror networks that have long cast a shadow over the area. The focal point of these airstrikes, the Sheebaab area nestled in the Almiskaad mountains, became an intense arena of…

Trump Unveils Video of American Airstrikes Targeting ISIS in Northeastern State, Somalia

WASHINGTON - In a move that has captured global attention, President Donald Trump unveiled a brief yet compelling video showcasing US military airstrikes against ISIS in the remote caves of northern Somalia. What does this reveal about U.S. military capabilities? Without delving deep into specifics, Trump uploaded the 40-second footage to his X account (formerly known as Twitter) and described it as 'unclassified'. Labelling the video 'US airstrikes on ISIS targets in Somalia,' this disclosure marks a rare and candid…

Somali Defense Minister Praises U.S. Airstrikes for Eliminating Key ISIS Figures in Bari

Mogadishu (AX) — In the sunlit halls of the Balidoogle military base, where the air crackled with the energy of anticipation, Somalia's Defense Minister, Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, took the podium. His voice resonated with a mixture of gravitas and hopefulness as he addressed a group of newly trained Danab Commandos. His words were a testament to the intricate dance of struggle and cooperation in the ongoing battle against extremism in Somalia. "What do these mountains hide?" one might wonder. Not just rocks and shadows, but…

U.S. Launches Airstrikes Against ISIS Chief Abdulkadir Mumin in Somalia’s Northeastern State Region

U.S. Executes Airstrikes Aimed at ISIS Leadership in Somalia's Remote Regions AXADLE, Somalia — In an audacious move reminiscent of the battle cries echoing through history, the U.S. Air Force has engaged in operations within the austere landscapes of Somalia's Bari region. These events unfolded on February 1, 2025, unraveling under the aegis of directives from President Donald Trump. According to sources familiar with the situation, this offensive, conducted via surgical airstrikes, pierced through the rugged…

Northeastern State Reports 46 ISIS Casualties from U.S. Airstrikes in Al-Miskad Mountains

Northeastern State Forces Strike at the Heart of ISIS in Somalia "Verification of the identities of those killed is ongoing, and we will release the names once the process is complete," Faadhigo revealed with a resolute tone. Among the casualties, he noted, were senior ISIS leaders, though their identities remain under wraps for now. The world will likely know the key figures lost in the shuffle within a matter of days. In a strategic decision, Northeastern State forces have been tasked…

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