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Trump Administration Increases Airstrikes in Somalia Amid Rising Terror Threats MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a world marked by constant change and evolving challenges, the fight against terrorism remains relentless, particularly in the Horn of Africa. Recently, the United States military confirmed a significant airstrike in Somalia's northern state of Northeastern State, reflecting its continuous commitment to aiding communities yearning for peace.…

Al-Shabaab's Evolving Tactics Amidst Intensifying Pressures Recently, an intriguing development has emerged in the complex narrative of Al-Shabaab, a group that has cast a long shadow over Somalia's peace efforts. Notably absent this year are the public displays that once were a cornerstone of Al-Shabaab's propaganda machinery. It's a subtle yet profound shift, raising pressing questions about the group's current state and its capacity to project power. "In the face of tumultuous times, even the mighty must…

In the ever-evolving theater of conflict that is northern Somalia, a recent development has once again captured international attention. On an otherwise silent Saturday, high above the enigmatic Togga Miraale, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) executed an airstrike with surgical precision. Their target? ISIS militants, notably entrenched in the Calmiskaad Mountains, an area long considered a bastion for the group. This strike is just one chapter in the ongoing narrative aimed at unravelling the very core of this militant group’s…

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…

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,…

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.…

U.S. Airstrikes and the Ongoing Battle Against ISIS in Somalia The stillness of the Al Miskaad mountain range was violently interrupted late Monday night by a series of powerful airstrikes. U.S. forces were targeting ISIS militants deeply entrenched within the remote Miiraale Valley of Somalia's Bari region. This bold move is part of an escalating series of operations aimed at eradicating the burgeoning influence of ISIS in northern Somalia. In this effort, the United States is not acting…

In an effort to rekindle the recently strained ceasefire in Gaza, Egypt has introduced a new proposal, as reported by security sources. This comes at a time when Palestinian health officials have tragically announced that Israeli airstrikes have resulted in the deaths of at least 65 individuals within a single day. The proposal, unveiled last week, follows a notable uptick in violence as Israel resumed air and ground operations against Hamas militants on March 18. This escalation abruptly disrupted a two-month period of…

In a recent event reported by state media, an Israeli drone struck a vehicle in the southern Lebanese town of Aita al-Shaab. This incident marked a significant escalation just one day after the most intense flare-up of conflict since the ceasefire established in November. The Lebanese National News Agency stated, "An Israeli drone carried out an airstrike this morning, launching a guided missile targeting a car" near the border with Israel. While the exact number of casualties remains unspecified, reports confirm that the…

Mogadishu (AX) – In recent developments that can only be described as both dramatic and significant, the top leaders of the militant group Al-Shabaab have begun an exodus from Jilib, their long-standing bastion in the Middle Jubba region. This mass flight comes in the wake of a series of powerful airstrikes, executed with precision by Somali governmental forces working hand-in-hand with international allies. A military spokesperson made these revelations public on a rather telling Saturday. Somali National Television…