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An Uneasy Calm: A Community on Edge On Wednesday, local residents awoke to an unsettling stillness, the kind of quiet that feels heavy with the weight of looming uncertainty. In this fragile moment, many are bracing themselves for the storm that may yet arrive. “We are scared the fighting will resume at any moment,” shared a resident who preferred to remain anonymous, their voice tinged with anxiety. This sentiment echoes through the neighborhood, illustrating not just fear, but a profound sense of vulnerability. Just…

Fighting Near Kenya Border Claims Lives, Raises Tensions BELED-HAWO, Somalia - In a tragic sequence of events unfolding on Tuesday, at least ten lives were lost amidst fierce clashes between Jubaland regional forces and Somali federal troops. This recent violence echoes an ongoing struggle for influence over the Gedo region, situated within Somalia’s Jubaland state. But what truly lies beneath these hostilities? The township of Beled-Hawo, perched near the Kenya-Somalia border, witnessed an intense gunfight…

Jubaland Forces Claim Control of Beled-Hawo Amid Fierce Clashes KISMAYO, Somalia — In a significant development, Jubaland's regional forces announced on Monday that they had gained complete control over Beled-Hawo, a strategically vital town in the Gedo region, close to the bustling Kenyan border. This announcement comes after intense clashes with troops aligned with the Somali federal government. The strife unfolded unexpectedly when, as reported, two military helicopters descended upon the town. These aircraft were…

In a significant development, the Syrian government has announced it has cleared Bedouin fighters from the predominantly Druze city of Suwayda. This declaration marks a pivotal moment in a series of deadly clashes that have unsettled the region. The announcement came shortly after the government deployed security forces to stabilize the restless southern area, underscoring the urgency of the situation. On Saturday, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa called for a ceasefire between the feuding Bedouin and Druze factions. This…

Conflict in Dhahar: A Troubling Situation Unfolds On Tuesday, the quiet region of Dhahar, nestled within the vast expanse of Haylan, was anything but peaceful. The air was thick with tension as heavy clashes erupted between the Northeastern State security forces and clan militias aligned with local politicians. When the dust settled, the grim toll revealed that at least four soldiers had lost their lives, with ten others wounded. These numbers, however, tell just a fraction of the human toll and emotional…

In a striking development, Israel has targeted the headquarters of the Syrian military, positioning its strikes alarmingly close to the presidential palace in Damascus. This marks a notable escalation in an already tense situation, following clashes between Syrian governmental troops and Druze fighters in the southern city of Suwayda. Such actions bring to the fore pressing questions about regional stability and the potential ramifications of these ongoing hostilities. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz articulated a…

Syrian troops have withdrawn from the Druze heartland of Sweida following directives from the Islamist-led government. This decision comes in the wake of tragic clashes resulting in nearly 600 fatalities, as reported by a war monitoring organization. The southern province has been engulfed in severe sectarian violence since Sunday, with hundreds reportedly killed in confrontations involving Druze fighters, Sunni Bedouin tribes, and the army along with its supporters. Yesterday, the city of Sweida lay in ruins. "What I saw…

Somalia: Federal Government Undermining Northeastern State Unity, Minister Says After Deadly Clashes AXADLE, Somalia – Recent clashes in Dhahar city, nestled within the Sanaag region of Northeastern State, have cast a somber shadow over the area. The conflict, leaving several dead, has sparked intense debate and raised questions about the Federal Government of Somalia's (FGS) role in the ongoing unrest. What’s really at play behind these ‘unnecessary deaths’? For two full days, clan militias loyal to the…

Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa has reiterated that safeguarding the rights and well-being of Druze citizens is "our top priority." This statement comes in the wake of Israel's firm commitment to neutralize Syrian government forces targeting Druze in the southern region of the country. In his first public address following significant Israeli airstrikes in Damascus yesterday, Mr. Sharaa reached out to Druze citizens, stating, "We reject any attempt to drag you into the hands of an external party." His resolve was…

Bosaso (AX) — In a shocking escalation of violence, several Northeastern State soldiers lost their lives on Tuesday during intense clashes with ISIS militants in the Calmiskaad Mountains, located in the Bari region. This information has been corroborated by various security sources, highlighting the increasingly dangerous landscape for those serving in the region's armed forces. The confrontation unfolded when Northeastern State forces initiated an offensive aimed at dismantling ISIS hideouts in the rugged terrain between…