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Tragic Blast in Northeastern Kenya Claims Civilian Lives Edited By Ali Musa Axadle Times International–Monitoring GARISSA, Kenya, July 15 – In a quiet, sun-drenched corner of northeastern Kenya, a devastating roadside bomb attack has left at least two civilians dead and several more wounded. This tragic event unfolded in Garissa County, targeting a vehicle and shaking the local community to its core. The ominous device, an improvised explosive, was…

Military Success in Jubbaland: A Strategic Move Against Insurgency “We had firm intelligence on the enemy’s movements and struck first,” spoke Lt. Col. Asad Ahmed Mohamed—or as many affectionately know him, Asad Garweyne. This declaration, delivered over the phone with a tone of measured pride, is emblematic of the current military efforts unfolding in Jubbaland, a semi-autonomous region in southern Somalia. While he opted to remain tight-lipped about potential casualties or arrests linked to the operation, he deemed the…

Kenya: A Nation in Turmoil Amid Calls for Justice In a stark and alarming incident, armed assailants targeted the headquarters of the Kenyan Human Rights Commission on Sunday as they convened for a pivotal press conference advocating for an end to state violence. This scene unfolded against a backdrop of rising tensions in Kenya, a nation grappling with deep-rooted issues of economic stagnation, corruption, and an ongoing cycle of police brutality. The timing was particularly poignant, occurring just a day before "Saba…

Somali Forces and Local Fighters Repel Al-Shabaab Assault MOQOKORI, Somalia - The resilient Somali National Army (SNA), alongside dedicated local fighters, successfully repelled a fierce assault by the Al-Shabaab militants, marking yet another chapter in the ongoing saga of conflict in the central regions. Like threads woven into a complex fabric, this confrontation unfolded with unexpected intensity and lasted for several tense hours on a Saturday, as the national efforts to dismantle the militant group persist.…

**Baidoa, Somalia (AX)** — In a shocking display of force, Al-Shabab militants unleashed a wave of mortar attacks late Sunday night against a military base situated in the Barujed area. This base lies on the periphery of Baidoa, the interim administrative capital of Somalia’s Southwest state. What is particularly chilling is that the base represents one of the most fortified installations near Baidoa, underscoring the escalating tensions in a region that has seen a worrying uptick in militant activity in recent weeks. The…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a bold statement, Somalia has openly denounced Iran's aggressive missile strikes targeting US military hubs in Qatar. This act, Somalia asserts, flagrantly violates international law and infringes upon Qatar's airspace—a nation considered an economic cornerstone in the Middle East. This incident, Somalia claims, could exacerbate instability across the Horn of Africa and the broader Middle Eastern region. It highlights a dire need for dialogue to address ongoing tensions involving the United…

Reactions from Somali Leaders Following Iran's Strike on Qatar's U.S. Base Garowe (AX) — In the unfolding tapestry of geopolitical tension, the recent missile strike by Iran on a U.S. military base in Qatar has stirred a profound response from prominent Somali leaders. Former presidents Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo and Sharif Sheikh Ahmed have vocally condemned this act, asserting that it not only violates international law but also poses a significant threat to the…

Recent military operations have escalated tensions between Iran and Israel, unveiling a new chapter of U.S. intervention in this complex and persistent international conflict. The reactions from prominent business leaders were swift and varied, embodying a spectrum of perspectives on this pivotal moment in geopolitics. From esteemed hedge fund manager Bill Ackman to seasoned entrepreneur Jason Calacanis, their responses shed light on not only the implications of this military action but…

On a somber day in January 2019, a woman was joyously reunited with her family after a harrowing evacuation from the DusitD2 complex in Nairobi, which had been turned into a war zone. The images of her embrace, filled with relief and sorrow, painted a poignant picture of resilience amid chaos. That day, 21 lives would tragically be cut short during a brutal attack masterminded by the militant group al-Shabab, freezing an otherwise lively locale in time. Recently, justice has found its way, albeit a few years later, as a…

In a significant ruling on Thursday, a Kenyan court delivered a stern sentence of 30 years each to two men involved in financing and enabling the harrowing attack on the DusitD2 luxury hotel complex in Nairobi back in 2019. This tragic incident, which claimed the lives of 21 individuals, serves as a painful reminder of ongoing threats in the region and the relentless struggle against terrorism. Hussein Mohamed Abdille Ali and Mohamed Abdi Ali, both citizens of Kenya, were found guilty of facilitating this brutal assault…