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The National Intelligence Security Agency (NISA) in Somalia revealed 12 suspects believed to be Al-Shabaab militants amidst an intensified crackdown on the extremist group. The suspects were apprehended in Baidoa, a notorious terror hotspot in the region, for extorting money from the public and committing acts of violence. These individuals will face charges in military court and security forces are prepared to launch further operations against Al-Shabaab in other states. Over the past couple of years, security forces have…

In Somalia, police in Jubaland state have apprehended four suspected pirates near the coastline amidst increasing piracy activities, particularly in the Horn of Africa country currently grappling with instability. The arrested pirates were allegedly scheming to launch attacks on ships within Somalia's waters around Kismayo, the administrative hub of Jubaland state. Following multinational military interventions, the region has shown signs of stability recently. The operation took place roughly 70 km south of Kismayo, the…

The Ethiopian government has admitted to neglecting the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Somaliland. Amid international pressure, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's administration failed to enforce the agreement, leaving diplomats in Addis Ababa concerned. Diplomatic sources revealed that Ethiopia assured Western diplomats of its commitment to upholding the territorial integrity and political unity of the Federal Republic of Somalia in line with the African Union Charter and international laws. Ethiopia clarified to…

The undisclosed source in the military leaked a report that resulted in immediate disciplinary measures. This incident sparked debates about Somaliland's foreign relations, especially with Western nations.The military reiterated its neutral stance in politics, highlighting that foreign policy falls under the jurisdiction of the Foreign Affairs Ministry. Abdillahi stated, "We regret any confusion caused and assure our international and local partners that our foreign relations are based on peaceful cooperation and adherence…

In Bosaso, Somali naval forces in Puntland intercepted illicit arms and detained a group of suspected Somali pirates in a security operation along the coast. The action took place in Eyl, a coastal town believed to be a hub for attacks on ships. Authorities are hunting down the pirates responsible for a $5 million ransom from the MV Abdullah, a Bangladeshi vessel seized in March. The Puntland navy did not disclose the number of weapons seized or their intended use due to the region's presence of ISIS and al-Shabab. They also…

Patrolling police officers were able to eliminate six suspected members of the al Shabaab terrorist group in an ambush in Kumba, Lamu County. Along with the operation, security forces also seized key supplies that were essential for their activities. The ambush took place in the vast Boni Forest where these terrorists often plan their attacks on Kenyan soil. The Kenya Defence Forces, working alongside a multi-agency team in the region, successfully carried out the ambush, although some of the terrorists managed to escape.…

In Mogadishu, a suspected al-Shabab militant died with his two children when an IED he was making exploded. His wife was also injured in the blast. The police spokesperson said the incident happened in Elasha Biyaha, 15km south of Mogadishu. No arrests were made after security forces arrived at the scene. "A militant crafting landmines in his home caused an explosion that killed his children and injured his wife," stated Abdifatah, the spokesperson. Similar incidents have occurred before, with explosions happening in houses…

Burkina Faso recently ejected three French diplomats for engaging in "subversive activities," as stated in a foreign ministry document obtained by FRANCE 24.

Barely on duty, Karim Khan, the new prosecutor at the International Criminal Court, will find on his desk a request for an investigation into Chad. These are war crimes and crimes against humanity that are alleged to have been committed in the past year by the Chadian National Army against the insurgency, but also against the…

Following the alleged massacre, Ethiopia says it is moving fast to restore order in Tigray ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia - Ethiopian authorities are keen to restore peace and stability to the Tigray region, which has now emerged, months after the assassination, which killed thousands of government critics, leading to massive international condemnation. The Tigray crisis shocked the world after reports…