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Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has made a heartfelt appeal to Hamas, urging the release of all hostages. He expressed concern that their continued captivity provides Israel with "excuses" to intensify its attacks on Gaza. This statement comes as rescuers recover charred bodies from a recent Israeli airstrike, underscoring the severe human toll of the ongoing conflict. The situation in Gaza remains dire, with Israeli strikes resulting in the deaths of at least 25 individuals across the territory. Meanwhile,…

According to Gaza's civil defense agency, Israeli air strikes have tragically claimed the lives of at least 25 individuals across the territory since this morning. The conflict escalated significantly when Israel renewed an aggressive air and ground offensive on Gaza on March 18, ending a two-month ceasefire that had momentarily paused the violence in the besieged Palestinian region. As highlighted by Mohammad Mughayyir, a senior official with the civil defense agency, "The total number of Palestinians killed in Israeli air…

The health ministry of the Houthi rebels has reported that recent US airstrikes in the Yemeni capital of Sanaa have resulted in the deaths of at least 12 individuals and left around 30 others injured. According to the Houthi-run Saba news agency, these casualties were the result of overnight strikes attributed to what they referred to as the "American enemy," targeting a market and a residential area in the Farwa district of Sanaa. In addition to Sanaa, other airstrikes were reported in various regions, including the…

The civil defense agency in Gaza has indicated that Israeli air strikes have resulted in the loss of at least 54 lives, with expectations that this number may continue to rise. "Fifty-four people have been killed in Israeli air strikes on the Gaza Strip since dawn today... and the number is likely to rise as the bombing continues until this moment," stated Mahmud Bassal, a spokesman for the agency. In the midst of this crisis, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his commitment to secure the release of…

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.…