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Mogadishu - In the somber hue of dawn on a Thursday morning, Mogadishu was stirred awake by the murmurs of an air offensive, one that would see at least 82 Al-Shabaab militants, including some of their senior orchestrators, meeting their end. The airstrikes came as a strategic counter-response to an earlier assault aimed at Somali army bases nestled within the Lower Shabelle region. These tactical airstrikes were not arbitrary, but rather a calculated maneuver targeting insurgent strongholds near the Sabiib and…

Somali Forces Strike at the Heart of Al-Shabaab In a significant blow to Al-Shabaab, Somalia's forces have conducted a successful operation targeting key members of the insurgent group. This operation resulted in the deaths of several high-ranking commanders, including Ahmed Moalim, known as the Al-Shabaab commander for El-Buur. Another key figure, Abu Salman, who oversaw militant operations in EL-Garas, Galgadud, was also among those killed. Moreover, Hussein Ali Badal, Budul Farah Geedi, and Zakariye, all…

Recent Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have tragically resulted in the deaths of at least 330 individuals, according to Palestinian health authorities. This surge in violence marks the end of a weeks-long stalemate over a ceasefire that had temporarily halted hostilities since mid-January. The Palestinian militant group Hamas has issued a statement accusing Israel of violating the ceasefire agreement. According to reports, strikes occurred in various locations, including northern Gaza, Gaza City, and the cities of Deir al-Balah,…

Israel's Defense Minister has asserted that the military's actions were a response to stray gunfire originating from Lebanon. This follows the reports from Lebanese state media and the health ministry, which indicate that four lives were lost due to Israeli strikes in the southern region. According to Lebanon's official National News Agency (NNA), "The Israeli enemy's strike this evening on the town of Ainata resulted in the death of two individuals," as stated by the health ministry's emergency service. In response,…

Recent airstrikes conducted by the United States mark a significant escalation in the military operations within the Middle East, as reported by the Houthis' Al Masirah TV. This is the largest U.S. military initiative in the region since President Donald Trump took office in January. In direct response to threats against international shipping from the Iran-aligned Houthi movement, the U.S. initiated a new round of airstrikes last Saturday. Targets included the strategic Red Sea port city of Hodeidah and the Al Jawf…

February opened with a flurry of activity for the U.S. Africa Command, commonly known as AFRICOM. Their mission was clear: address the escalating threat posed by extremist factions in Africa. The inaugural day of the month marked a significant move as AFRICOM executed airstrikes in Somalia’s remote Golis Mountains. Those strikes honed in on a local faction of the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS). The operation culminated in the elimination of Ahmed Maeleninine—an ISIS recruiter of note, renowned for his pivotal role…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a coordinated and assertive operation, the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), hand in hand with Somali military forces, delivered a powerful blow to the Al-Shabaab militant group through meticulously executed airstrikes. These operations unfolded within the Middle and Lower Shabelle regions, culminating in the elimination of a minimum of 41 Al-Shabaab members, notably including some senior figures. On Thursday, NISA reported that the initial airstrike was aimed at a gathering of 29…

Somalian Struggles Against Terrorism: A Chronicle of Hope and Resilience Alasow remarked on the grueling night's operations as government soldiers, supported by African Union forces, heroically navigated through a tense and dangerous situation. They worked tirelessly to rescue individuals trapped within the confines of a besieged hotel, including elders, military personnel, and innocent civilians. With a mixture of pride and sorrow, he disclosed, “During the 18-hour siege, our courageous soldiers eliminated two…

UAE Airstrikes Target ISIS Bases in Somalia’s Northeastern State BOSASO, Somalia - In a strategic move underscored by coordination and resolve, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) carried out a sequence of airstrikes targeting ISIS bases in Somalia’s Northeastern State. These bold actions have revitalized the local forces who have long battled against the group. Just months ago, their territorial ambitions seemed dangerously close to fruition. What's…

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…