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Bosaso (AX) — It is with a blend of intrigue and grave concern that we report the passing of a man whose life took a turn through the labyrinth of extremist ideologies. Abdirahman Shirwac Lahore, once a senior figure in ISIS, drew his last breath in a prison nestled within the coastal town of Bosaso, Northeastern State. This fact was confirmed by security sources on a quiet, reflective Tuesday. Lahore, a man who lived to the age of 60, entered custody on February 3, 2025, after abandoning his…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - In the ever-evolving theater of conflict that is Somalia, a poignant chapter unfolded recently with the death of a high-profile Al-Shabaab leader. This significant event saw Somalia's security forces, collaborating closely with international allies, orchestrate a tactical operation that resulted in the elimination of the leader along with 50 other associated combatants in the Middle Shabelle region. The delicate balance of power in Somalia often resembles a fragile dance, but this operation…

On a somber afternoon that seemed no different from the rest, a chilling event unfolded that changed the uneasy rhythm of life in the quiet precinct of Maxamed Mooge. Captain Cabdi Cali Nuur, a devoted leader and the commander who many said had a heroic sense of duty, met a tragic end. He was mercilessly slain under circumstances that continue to baffle both the mind and the heart. Serving his community with an unwavering spirit, Captain Nuur was a figure of strength, embodying unwavering loyalty to the law. But today, the…

In the parched expanses of the Mudug region, Somali government forces and local militias join hands in a seemingly perpetual struggle against Al-Shabaab militants. What drives these valiant efforts to reclaim peace in central Somalia? Their unified offensive endeavors to dismantle entrenched insurgent strongholds while restoring stability in an area besieged by conflict. Mogadishu (AX) – With a mix of strategic prowess and sheer determination, Somali government troops, assisted by local militia, executed a daring raid in…

BOSASO, Somalia – Just a couple of weeks after the airstrikes in the Cal-Miskaad mountains of Northeastern State, the US Africa Command has finally pulled back the veil, announcing the identity of the ISIS leader who met his demise in the February 1 strikes. This revelation certainly brings an end to the many conjectures floating around about who the intended target was. In a rather rare move, President Donald Trump chose to personally address the airstrike in Somalia. He mentioned that the US Africa Command was after an…

AXADLE, Somalia - Nestled in what may seem like the world's forgotten corners, the news broke from Somalia: a high-profile leader of the ISIS network, Ahmed Maeleminine, has been killed in a U.S. airstrike. According to the UK-based Daily Mail, the significance of this elimination cannot be understated. Who was this elusive figure, and how did he thread his malicious influence across continents from its web in Somalia? Maeleminine, not just a name whispered in corridors of terror but a major orchestrator of heinous plots,…

Garowe (AX) — In a development that's sending ripples through the ranks of the Islamic State (ISIS), a key figure has voluntarily laid down arms and surrendered to the Northeastern State security forces. This move represents a significant blow to ISIS as Somali authorities drum up efforts to eviscerate the insurgency's intricate web of operations. Abdirahman Shirwac, more infamously known by his clandestine alias "Laahoor," approached security operatives quietly in the remote Unuun area near the serene, yet strategically…

Lebanon's Hezbollah group has confirmed that its top military commander Ibrahim Aqil was killed, calling him "one of its top leaders", without providing further details on his killing. The Israeli military, and a security source in Lebanon, said Ibrahim Aqil was killed in an Israeli strike on Beirut targeting an elite Hezbollah unit in the airstrike, sharply escalating the year-long conflict between Israel and the Iran-backed group. In a brief statement carried by Israeli media, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said…

Langley spoke to reporters virtually on Thursday, discussing a mission greenlit by the U.N. Security Council over two years ago. The mission aims to stabilize Somalia after years of conflict with the militant group al-Shabab. He hinted that Somali military efforts are zeroing in on freeing and securing areas in the southern and central regions.

Ethiopian Military Leader Critiques Somali Authorities, Pledges to Safeguard National Progress Jigjiga (AX) — In a bold declaration, Field Marshal Birhanu Jula, the head of the Ethiopian National Defence Forces (ENDF), has expressed unwavering commitment to protect Ethiopia's integrity against any looming dangers. He has pointed fingers at Somali officials, alleging their collusion with enemies of the state. His remarks came during the 47th anniversary festivities of Ethiopia's eastern command forces, celebrated in Jigjiga,…