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Unveiling the Intricate Ties of an ISIS Combatant in Northeastern State BOSASO, Somalia - Ahmed Muse Said, an intricate and influential figure within ISIS, met his end in the rugged Cal-Miskaad mountains this past Tuesday. Said, a man known for both his global escapades and his complex network of international contacts, played a central role in connecting foreign fighters within Somalia's Northeastern State state. The intricacies of Operation Lightning, launched late last year, revealed an unsettling truth.…

Somalia: Northeastern State Announces Death of Senior ISIS Facilitator in Cal-Miskaad Mountains Garowe, Somalia – May 20, 2025 – In the picturesque yet perilous expanse of the Cal-Miskaad mountains, a chapter came to a close for the region's ongoing battle against terror. Ahmed Muse Said, a prominent ISIS facilitator, met his end during a meticulously orchestrated operation by Northeastern State's security forces. This mission marked a pivotal moment in Northeastern State’s unyielding fight…

In a significant development following the tragic incident involving Nottingham Panthers player Adam Johnson, a professional ice hockey player has been cleared of any criminal charges. The athlete was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter but has since been informed that no charges will be pursued. Johnson suffered a fatal injury during a game against the Sheffield Steelers when he was struck in the neck by the skate of Steelers player Matthew Petgrave in October 2023. The 29-year-old American succumbed to his injuries in…

Northeastern State's Capital, Garowe. Photo: Garowe Online In an unsettling turn of events, the community of Las Anod has been shaken by the tragic news of the death of Farah Aydiid Jama. Reports indicate that he served as an official at the Ethiopian Consulate in Garowe, the capital of Northeastern State state in Somalia. A grim narrative unfurled on Sunday, April 20, when officials, citing local media outlets from North Western State of Somalia, attributed his murder to the notorious Al-Shabaab terrorist group. Adding to…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant diplomatic move, the Somali government has embarked on formal discussions with Saudi authorities seeking the release or repatriation of over 100 Somali nationals currently imprisoned in Saudi Arabia. This group includes individuals facing severe penalties, some of whom are sentenced to death for drug trafficking offenses. The situation has sparked considerable concern and discussion among Somalis both at home and abroad. The information was confirmed by Abdiweli Hirsi Abdille,…

US military strikes on a Yemeni fuel port have resulted in the tragic loss of at least 80 lives, according to reports from Houthi rebels. This incident marks the deadliest engagement in Washington's ongoing 15-month campaign against the Iran-backed group. The targeted strikes on Ras Issa were intended to disrupt the supply chain and financial resources that sustain the Houthis, who control significant portions of Yemen, one of the poorest countries in the Arabian Peninsula. As the US military stated, these actions are part…

South Sudan's Ambit: Battling A Seismic Cholera Outbreak Amidst Turbulence South Sudan stands at a critical juncture, grappling with an overwhelmingly severe cholera outbreak, a grievous affliction that has not spared the nation since its independence in 2011. How does a country so rich in resources become so vulnerable, you might wonder? The answer lies in the fragmented kaleidoscope of South Sudan’s socio-political fabric. As told by UNICEF on Monday, over the last six months, approximately 700 lives have been cut…

In a troubling revelation, Amnesty International's recent report highlights that in 2024, the number of executions worldwide surged to its highest level in nearly a decade. This sobering news arrives at a time when several African countries, notably the Democratic Republic of Congo and Nigeria, are contemplating the reintroduction of capital punishment—a move that stirs deep fears among human rights advocates. Imagine a landscape that has gradually tilted toward hope—a world where progress in human rights was not just a…

Somalia's Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Addresses Questions on General Sheegow's Passing On a quiet Tuesday morning at Recep Tayyip Erdogan Hospital in Mogadishu, the air was thick with speculation. The sands of time paused as Somalia’s Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports, Dahabo Suusow, took to the stage, addressing a crowd eager for clarity. The recent passing of former military officer Sheegow Ahmed Ali, affectionately known by many as "General Sheegow," had stirred multiple reactions and sparked countless…

Mogadishu (AX) — The corridors of Somali politics have always been a tapestry of complex narratives and diverse voices. Against this backdrop, former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo has raised a clarion call for justice. He passionately appeals for a transparent exploration into the untimely demise of Sheegow Ahmed Ali, a former military stalwart who sadly passed on Monday while in government detention. As the night cloaked the city in solemn silence, Farmaajo’s declaration echoed across Mogadishu. "It's…