Battle

Northeastern State's Struggle Against ISIS Amidst Federal Indifference EDITORIAL | Imagine braving the fierce deserts and rugged mountains of Somalia for over a quarter of a century, without so much as a whisper of support from the federal heartland. This is not a wistful tale spun from fiction, but the stark reality faced by Northeastern State, a resilient federal state. Since the ominous emergence of Al-Shabaab and ISIS amidst the rocky enclaves of Calmadow and Cal-Miskaad, Northeastern State has stood…

Kirubel Tesfaye, a fact-checker at HaqCheck, spearheads a workshop for journalists and university students in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia, in 2024. (Photo courtesy of HaqCheck) WASHINGTON — In the volatile dance of geopolitics, misinformation weaves a dangerously seductive tapestry across social media platforms. Consider last year's rising tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia: a video claimed to show Egyptian troops training on Somali soil. The clip rapidly garnered 34,000 views on the social media platform X, but alas, it was a…

BOSASO, Somalia — Can one man's resolve turn the tide against terror? In the heart of Northeastern State, a region often shrouded in the relentless noise of strife, President Saciid Cabdullahi Deni has emerged as a beacon of defiance against the insidious spread of ISIS. Unlike other theater commanders, Deni's campaign does not bask in the luxury of extensive international battalions or promised aid from the Somali federal pyramid. Instead, it thrives on something more subtle, more primal — the undying grit…

WASHINGTON — It was a grim scene over two relentless days of tumult in Somalia’s Northeastern State territory where recent skirmishes claimed the lives of over 20 individuals and left a further ten nursing battle scars. The security forces clashed with Islamic State insurgents in a fierce showdown, as shared by officials on Tuesday. Speaking to VOA’s Somali Service, the steely Brigadier General Mohamud Mohamed Ahmed, who orchestrates Northeastern State's security responses, painted a stark picture of the skirmish. He…

Everyone loves a good underdog story, and North Western State of Somalia might just be crafting one of its own. Imagine the scene: a nation rising to a perilous challenge, determined to scrub its streets clean of the whispers of narcotics that threaten to spiral into a roaring chaos. Over in North Western State of Somalia, the government isn’t just making noise about tackling drug trafficking. It’s rolling up its sleeves and launching a three-week nationwide crackdown with more than just brawn—this operation blends…

In the affluent neighborhood of Pacific Palisades in Los Angeles, a massive firefighting response is actively ongoing as a wildfire has surged, engulfing an additional 1,000 acres overnight. Residents are on high alert, facing potential worsening weather that may exacerbate the flames in the coming 72 hours. During a recent press briefing, Cal Fire official Todd Hopkins reported that while 11% of the Palisades Fire has been contained, it has already scorched more than 22,000 acres, causing widespread concern. Water drops…

In the skies over Los Angeles, a dramatic dance unfolds as air tankers and helicopters weave through towering columns of wildfire smoke, delivering essential flame retardant and life-sustaining water to the blazes below. From the vantage point of a helicopter, AFP reporters spotted multiple wildfires—smoke billowing upward from the rugged mountainsides, akin to active volcanoes awakening from slumber, casting shadows across the skyline. In a matter of moments, the once-quiet airspace above the newly ignited Kenneth Fire…

On a sunny Sunday afternoon, in a realm of significant happenings, a statement from Farmaajo drew attention for its emphasis on dismantling terror groups plaguing Somalia. His words sing the praises of a heroic move by Northeastern State’s security forces. "This valiant operation by the guardians of Northeastern State is pivotal in scrubbing our homeland of extremists that threaten our peace and stagnate our progress," Farmaajo passionately declared. Furthering his point, Farmaajo tossed a gauntlet at the Federal…

Somalia's Government Encouraged to Support Northeastern State's Battle Against Al-Shabaab and ISIS MOGADISHU, Somalia - The Federal Government of Somalia should consider aligning with Northeastern State's approach in tackling terrorism, suggested former President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo. He praised the notable achievements of the region in combating these threats, dubbing it 'exceptional'. Despite limited financial backing from Mogadishu, Northeastern State has severed its affiliation with the federal administration,…

In an exhilarating clash loaded with excitement, Liverpool, the titans of the Premier League, locked horns with Manchester United, ending in a thrilling 2-2 impasse on Sunday. The nerves preceding the match were akin to a rollercoaster ride as Mother Nature nearly had a say in delaying the contest due to relentless snowfalls pummeling northern England. Yet, to the delight of eager fans, the match was greenlit, serving a feast of enthralling soccer to those who tuned in. The spotlight shone brightly on Manchester United's…