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MOGADISHU, Somalia - In another bold move this year, the United States Africa Command (US AFRICOM) confirmed conducting airstrikes against Al-Shabaab insurgents. This marks the second time in recent months that they have targeted these militants notorious for causing unrest in the region, with the previous strikes occurring towards the close of the last year. The latest decisive action took place on December 31st and resulted in the elimination of at least a dozen Al-Shabaab operatives. According to US AFRICOM, this…

The Foiled Plans of Al-Shabaab's Financial Mastermind: A Close Look at Mire's Fall Mire, the mastermind behind financial operations for al-Shabaab, played a significant role in orchestrating attacks in Kenya and Somalia. This narrative unfolds the gripping tale of his involvement and ultimate demise at the hands of U.S. forces. Setting the Stage: Westgate Tragedy On the fateful day of September 21, 2013, terror struck Nairobi's Westgate Mall when four armed assailants, under Mire's orchestration, launched a brutal assault.…

In a rare and violent escalation, an Israeli strike in the heart of Beirut claimed the life of Mohammed Afif al-Naboulsi, Hezbollah's chief spokesperson, on Sunday. Meanwhile, tensions also flared in northern Gaza, where an airstrike in Beit Lahiya left at least 30 dead, according to the local hospital director speaking to The Associated Press. Hezbollah acknowledged al-Naboulsi's death in a statement, noting that he was killed at the Arab Socialist Baath Party's headquarters. Al-Naboulsi had gained prominence when tensions…

According to the Syrian state news agency SANA, Israel has launched assaults on the Mazzeh neighborhood in Damascus. This reported activity comes just one day after a barrage of airstrikes targeting what Israel claimed were militant locations in the Syrian capital. This morning, explosions were noted in areas surrounding Damascus. SANA reported, "Israeli aggression targets the Mazzeh district in Damascus," although no additional information was provided. Israel has yet to respond publicly to these accusations. The Mazzeh…

Authorities in China have reported a devastating incident in Zhuhai, where a tragic collision resulted in the loss of 35 lives and left 43 individuals injured. This harrowing event took place yesterday evening when a vehicle barreled into pedestrians in the southern city. Initial reports only indicated injuries, and the swift removal of videos documenting the incident from social media left many details under wraps. However, police later clarified, labeling the episode a "serious and vicious attack" that transpired at the…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a chilling turn of events, local residents recounted how Al-Shabab fighters executed a brazen ambush on two soldiers from the Southwest state. The attack took place on Tuesday as the soldiers were making their way on a motorcycle journey along the route connecting Wanlaweyn and Afgoye districts, a stretch notorious for its tension, nestled within Somalia’s troubled Lower Shabelle region. It's a ride that many dread for its lurking dangers. Reports from the scene suggest the soldiers were headed from…

Ukraine has launched an impressive assault on Moscow, deploying no fewer than 32 drones in what marks the most significant drone offensive against the Russian capital since the conflict erupted in 2022. This wave of drone activity necessitated diversions for flights at three key airports within the city, resulting in injuries to at least one individual. According to Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, Russian air defenses successfully intercepted all 32 drones as they approached the capital, targeting areas in the Ramenskoye and…

The targeted area hit by the drone strike lies within the bounds of Arge in the Durbete district (image courtesy of BBC Amharic). Toronto - A devastating drone assault has shaken the Amhara region of Ethiopia, leaving a grim toll of over 50 civilian lives. The incident, another in a troubling series, claimed elders, children, and women among its victims. Alarmingly, one expectant mother was among those killed. The attack did not stop at fatalities; around 21 individuals sustained injuries, many serious and some critically…

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a recent airstrike on a polio vaccination center in northern Gaza has left six individuals injured, including four young children. After a necessary pause in vaccinations due to ongoing Israeli airstrikes, the WHO restarted its second round of immunizations in the region just yesterday. The organization had previously halted these life-saving initiatives amidst escalating violence. Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the head of the WHO, remarked, "The healthcare facility was…

A recent Russian airstrike on an apartment complex in Kharkiv, which stands as Ukraine's second-largest city, resulted in the tragic death of a child and left 29 others injured, according to Kharkiv Regional Governor Oleg Synegoubov in a statement on Telegram. Situated roughly 30 kilometers from the Russian frontier, Kharkiv has endured relentless bombardments throughout the ongoing conflict, which has now spanned over two and a half years. Earlier, Governor Synegoubov reported that rescue efforts were underway for at…