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The Reclamation of Wangable Well: A Turning Point in Northeastern State's Security Landscape Garowe (AX) – In a pivotal shift for the stability of the northern Qandala district of Somalia's Bari region, Northeastern State Defense Forces recently reclaimed control over the strategically significant Wangable Well. This victory marks a critical milestone in the ongoing struggle against ISIS in the region. A Stronghold in the Wilderness The story of Wangable Well is woven into the larger tapestry of Northeastern State's…

Northeastern State’s Stand Against ISIS: A New Chapter in Somalia’s Quest for Stability In the remote, arid expanses of Somalia’s Bari region, a palpable shift is taking place. The Northeastern State Defense Forces have emerged victorious over a strategic enclave long occupied by ISIS militants. Situated north of Qandala, the area of Elka Wangable was once a bastion of extremist activity and a haunting symbol of insurgency. This recent triumph brings new hope to a nation scarred by decades of conflict. But how did we get…

On Wednesday, Somalia proclaimed the capture of a top boss from the terrorist faction al-Shabaab in the central Galgadud region.Ali Geelle, a high-ranking leader linked to al-Qaeda's offshoot al-Shabaab, was nabbed by the Somali National Army (SNA) in a military operation in Galgadud, according to a terse Defense Ministry communique.“The operation in Galhareeri district, Galgaduud region, also saw the confiscation of a vehicle, a gun, and some ammo,” the ministry posted on X. They noted that Geelle had been involved in…

The decision is poised to further strain relations between Ethiopia and Somalia, which have already become tense following a controversial accord between the Ethiopian government and North Western of Somaliaa uthorities for Red Sea access. Adding more fuel to the fire, Somalia signed a defense pact with Egypt, leading to the imminent deployment of five Egyptian soldiers as part of the African Union Stabilization and Support Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). This new mission will replace the older African Union Transition Mission…

MOGADISHU, Somalia -The situation in central Somalia is getting worse following the recent takeover of Baladwayn, an ancient town in Shabelle Valley, Hirshabelle state, in the central part of the troubled nation. According to reports from the Baladwayne district in the Hiran region, the Hiran Salvation Forces , led by Colonel Abdullahi Elmi Barre, willhave the coming days on the 5th onthe 5th. District administration offices were also held on various streets in the city center as anti-local government protests. The…

SNA commandos capture Al-Shabaab bases in Somalia MOGADISHU, Somalia - At least 14 Al-Shabaab bases captured by Somali National Army Commandos commonly referred to as Danab's special forces, state media reported, as part of the ongoing crackdown on militants who control large rural areas of central and southern Somalia. Over the past seven months, the Somali National Army has carried out…

The Islamic State group claimed responsibility on Monday, March 29, for almost a week of attacks on Palma, a port city in northern Mozambique on the border with Tanzania. The capture of Palma further aggravates the humanitarian situation in the region, as thousands of people, locals and international workers, have been forced to flee. According to the few testimonies that emerge, Palma is now a ghost town. Mozambican security forces have launched an offensive to regain control of the town. taken by the men of the…

It is always difficult to really see clearly the situation in Tigray where communication is still interrupted. Nevertheless, the Ethiopian government has continued to communicate its successes on the ground since launching its offensive against the Tigray People's Liberation Front 13 days ago. The government has announced a new term. The federal army would now have control of Alamata, a city located at the southern tip of the Tigray. Information confirmed by a Tigrayan source. This town, in the heart of a cotton…