AlShabaab

**Mogadishu - Twists and turns abounded in the bustling town of Masagawa, a setting that feels as timeless as the undulating sands of the Galgaduud region. Early Saturday morning, a melodrama of conflict unfolded, colored by the tense rhythms of Somali government forces and local militias as they squared off against the al-Shabaab militants. Picture it: A tranquil morning shattered by an insidious bang, as a vehicle-borne explosive device made its spectacularly destructive debut. This was no mere tremor, but the dramatic…

Mogadishu (AX) – Picture this: a moonlit night in central Somalia, where the rhythmic pulse of an impending showdown echoed through the El-Garas village. A bold campaign led by the Somali National Army (SNA), backed by courageous local clans, delivered a significant jab to the notorious al-Shabaab on Wednesday. They came for a clenched-teeth confrontation, and they left a mark—six militants, including notorious leaders, left nursing their wounds. Some might say it was a masterstroke, others might call it sheer grit.In the…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a stern message that's as clear as a bell, Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) has sounded the clarion call, warning businesses, brokers, and drivers not to dance to the tune of extortion payments to Al-Shabaab. Think they're bluffing? Think again. NISA is ready to crack the whip of legal repercussions on those bankrolling this notorious militant outfit. The agency, with a vigilance sharp enough to cut diamonds, made this…

Mogadishu (AX) — In an audacious display of bravery and vigilance, the Somali National Army (SNA) joined hands with the local residents to foil an intricate ploy designed by the notorious Al-Shabaab militant group. What began as a routine patrol escalated into a nail-biting showdown — the drama unfolded dramatically near Beledweyne on a seemingly ordinary Saturday, where the hawk-eyed Somali forces seized a vehicle brimming with a cache of 13 sleek AK-47 rifles. We're talking about heavy artillery, folks. According to the…

NAIROBI, Kenya - On the fringes of Eldoret City, just a stone's throw away from Sugoi where President William Ruto calls home, a family convenes not for celebration but in an atmosphere heavy with longing and despair. This isn't your usual Sunday barbeque gossip. The buzz around the humble, leafy compound shimmers with a blend of hope and disbelief. Neighbors, faces warm with anticipation, quietly file in, carrying tales of a man presumed lost in the labyrinths of fate. Sgt. Abdullahi Isse Ibrahim, a name once conjured with…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a heartfelt plea echoing through the bustling lanes of Mogadishu, Somalia's Prime Minister, Hamse Abdi Barre, called for a united front in the face of ominous threats. With a tone as grave as storm clouds over the savannah, he addressed the peril that Al-Shabaab and ISIS pose to the heartbeat of the nation: its people, its cherished land, and the hopes of tomorrow. Under the sweltering sun of a Mogadishu Thursday, Barre took center stage to spotlight terrorism as a beast needing taming. He painted a…

Mogadishu (AX) — A balmy Wednesday evening in Halaalay quickly turned into a harrowing scene of battle, leaving at least six people dead by the time the dust settled. This tiny village, nestled near Halgan in Somalia's Hiiraan region, became the latest stage in the enduring drama of power struggles between local defense forces and the relentless Al-Shabaab militants. It seems Somalia's battle with the militant group shows no signs of ending, as accusations, skirmishes, and whispers of turmoil continue to echo across…

NAIROBI, Kenya - In a chilling, some might even say surreal, turn of events, the shadowy group that lurks in Somalia's volatile landscape—Al-Shabaab—has come forward with a video that is bound to stir emotions and debates. The footage supposedly showcases a member of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), reportedly captured during that infamous raid at El-Adde back in 2016, where chaos and tragedy descended, leaving a trail of fallen heroes in its wake. Enter the alleged protagonist of this drama: a man garbed in military…

Somalia Places $30,000 Bounty on Al-Shabaab Bomb Expert MOGADISHU, Somalia - It's a tale as old as terrorism - a cat-and-mouse game played out on the perilous streets of Mogadishu. In a bid to turn the tide against the relentless storm of violence, Somalia is zeroing in on a seemingly elusive figure: Yusuf Mohamed Hussein, a man synonymous with destruction and unrest. The bounty of $30,000 hanging over his head is not just a price; it's a measure of his menace to Somali safety and sovereignty.…

The ever-ongoing battle against terrorism took a significant turn in southern Somalia as US forces joined hands with the Somali army to take down ten members of the al-Shabab terrorist group. This joint operation was confirmed by US African Command (Africom), who also disclosed the recent demise of a senior militant figure, Mohamed Mire, in the tumultuous Jubaland region. Working closely together, these teams struck a heavy blow to those who perpetuate violence and chaos in the region. It was in the small hamlet of Beer…