AlShabaab

Mogadishu (AX) – A significant shift is taking place on the frontlines of the Middle Shabelle region. With renewed energy and determination, units from the Somali Police Force have joined the fray, strategically redeployed to enhance ongoing military efforts against the notorious militant group, Al-Shabaab. It's a scene charged with resolve and hope. Major General Asad Osman Abdullahi, the esteemed Commander of the Somali Police Force, along with the astute Deputy Commander General Osman Abdullahi Mohamed, have…

FILE PHOTO Mogadishu (AX) – Imagine starting your day with the usual hustle, heading towards your destination, and just like that, turmoil strikes. This was the reality faced by Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud this Tuesday as his convoy came under attack by Al-Shabaab militants at the El-Gab junction in Mogadishu. The President was on his way to the airport, gearing up for a significant visit to the frontlines in Middle Shabelle. It’s a relief to report that President Mohamud remained unharmed, as…

Somali Armed Forces: A Story of Resilience and Resolve It was a day like no other in Beledweyne, Somalia. On March 12, 2025, the restless city was shaken by the explosive chaos of a car bomb detonated just outside a bustling hotel. In a scene reminiscent of past turmoil, Somali armed forces found themselves thrust into yet another fiery encounter. An hours-long militant attack surged across the central Somali city, and though the precise number of casualties remained a mystery, the impact was chilling. (AP) In times of…

Al-Shabaab's Unsettling Presence in Kenya: A Tale of Brief Occupation and Intent LAMU, Kenya - A recent alarming incident in Kenya has left locals both bewildered and wary. In an unexpected turn of events, a group of an estimated 100 heavily armed Al-Shabaab militants stealthily made their way into the boundaries of Kenya, capturing a small village with efforts intent seemingly on proselytization. This disconcerting event unfolded in the quaint Mangai…

Custodial Corps Deployment in Middle Shabelle: A Bold Move Amidst Uncertainty In the vibrant heart of Mogadishu, a bold new chapter in Somalia's military strategy is unfolding. As the sun rose this past Sunday, a palpable sense of resolve filled the air. The Somali Custodial Corps, typically known for their role in safeguarding the country's correctional facilities, were dispatched to the Middle Shabelle region. Their mission: to bolster the ongoing military offensives against the infamous militant…

Somali Forces Strike Al-Shabaab Stronghold in a Major Operation Edited By Ali Musa | Axadle Times International–Monitoring Strategic Offensive in Middle Jubba MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a daring and meticulously planned operation, the Somali National Army (SNA) has dealt a substantial blow to Al-Shabaab by dismantling several militant bases in Jilib, the group's notorious headquarters. This area, embedded deep in Middle Jubba, represents one of the last bastions of Al-Shabaab's…

Somali Army's Strategic Advances Against Al-Shabaab MOGADISHU, Somalia - In recent months, there's been a palpable shift in Somalia's ongoing campaign against the notorious militant group, Al-Shabaab. The Somali National Army (SNA), in collaboration with local forces, has been at the heart of it all, engaging in daring operations across the central and southern regions of the country. But why now? What’s driving this momentum toward stability?…

MOGADISHU, Somalia: Al-Shabaab's Surge in Somali Warfare Once again, the serenity of a Saturday morning was shattered in Somalia's bustling landscape as reports circulated of a sequence of alarming strikes orchestrated by the militant group Al-Shabaab. Isn’t it bewildering how this insurgency still persistently haunts Somalia’s stability, a country striving for peace after decades of turmoil? Just as many of us were merely waking up, these coordinated onslaughts unfolded with frightening precision, their immediate…

Somali Forces Repel Al-Shabaab Assault on Awdheegle Mogadishu (AX) — In the early hours of a crisp Saturday morning, the quiet of Awdheegle district in the Lower Shabelle region of Somalia was shattered by the thunderous echoes of conflict. The Somali National Army (SNA), armed with resolve and fortified by courage, faced a formidable challenge as Al-Shabaab militants launched a fierce attack. As dawn's light punctuated the horizon, the air buzzed with tension. But, by the day's end, victory was nestled…

Mogadishu (AX) – In an era fraught with complexities and evolving threats, the governments of Israel and Ethiopia are embarking on a decisive journey to enhance their counterterrorism collaboration. Their shared focus: the persistent menace of Al-Shabaab in Somalia and various adversarial groups scattered across the Middle East. An insightful meeting held on a bustling Wednesday in Jerusalem laid the groundwork for this crucial partnership. The air vibrated with the weight of urgency at the joint press conference…