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Mogadishu (AX) – In a recent and decisive operation, Somalia's National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) successfully neutralized a senior operative affiliated with Al-Shabaab. This operation took place on Tuesday in the Lower Shabelle region, an area that has long been a hotbed for insurgent activities, as announced by the federal government. The gravity of this achievement is underscored by the militant's critical role in orchestrating Al-Shabaab operations in the Dhanaane and Gandarshe areas. Though the…

Decisive Strides Against Al-Shabaab: A Glimpse from Somalia's Battlefield Location: Kismayo, Somalia - In a country burdened with the weight of enduring conflict, hope emerges through strategic victories. The Somali National Army (SNA), with steadfast resolve, is making noteworthy progress in central and southern regions of the nation. Al-Shabaab, the militant group that has cast its shadow over Somalia for years, finds itself facing substantial setbacks due to meticulously planned military operations. Leading the charge…

Defending Somalia: A Nation's Struggle and Triumph Against Extremism MOGADISHU, Somalia – In a resolute move to reclaim peace in the heart of the Horn of Africa, the Somali National Army (SNA) executed a successful operation, eliminating two prominent Al-Shabaab commanders. These operations echo Somalia's unwavering resolve to dismantle the forces that seek to hinder progress and stability. How does a country rebuild and secure its future amid such adversity? The operation unfolded in the Lower Shabelle region, a hotbed of…

Breaking News: Ground Forces Successfully Engage Al-Shabaab in Baidoa Mogadishu (AX) — In a bold and determined effort to curb the persistent threat posed by Al-Shabaab, Somali government forces, along with regional Darwish units from the South West State, effectively neutralized more than 35 militants in a carefully coordinated military operation near Baidoa. This decisive action was confirmed by military officials on Thursday. The operation was strategically centered on Baay Burjeed, a rural locality situated…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant development on the night of Wednesday, a precision airstrike executed in collaboration with the Somali National Army (SNA) resulted in the elimination of at least 12 Al-Shabaab militants, including several high-ranking commanders, in the Aden Yabaal district of the Middle Shabelle region. This strategic move was officially reported by the Somali government on Thursday. The operation was a joint effort from U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and Somali forces, specifically targeting a compound…

The Future Beckons: Somalia’s U-17 AFCON Journey Mogadishu (AX) — For Somalia's U-17 squad, the journey to the Africa Cup of Nations concluded in disappointment sooner than they had hoped. On a fateful Friday at Stade Ben Ahmed El Abdi, Gambia delivered a decisive 5-1 victory, eliminating the Ocean Stars from the quest for glory. Earlier, Tunisia had handed them a 3-0 defeat, leaving Somalia with no points and firmly at the bottom of Group C. The harsh scoreline paints a picture of a team outmatched, yet it was…

In a resolute effort to dismantle the networks of terror that cast a long shadow over central Somalia, the Somali National Army (SNA), in concert with the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), launched an intricate sequence of airstrikes. These operations, confirmed by government sources on Thursday, herald a significant step against Al-Shabaab militants and their allies. Imagine the precision required. The airstrikes were executed with the support of the Somali Air Force, amplified by the…

NISA's Strategic Victory Against Al-Shabaab in Lower Shabelle The tranquil moonlit night in the Basro region of Lower Shabelle stood in stark contrast to the events that unfolded last evening. It was during these hushed moments that the very foundations of an entrenched insurgency were shaken by a meticulously planned operation carried out by the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA). The target was clear: Al-Shabaab militants, notorious for their decade-long insurgency that has gripped parts of southern and…

Edited By Ali Musa Axadle Times International–Monitoring Mogadishu (AX) — It was a late afternoon when an operation unfolded with precision in the El Ba'ad area of the Middle Shabelle region, altering the course of events for the notorious group, Al-Shabaab. Somali forces, alongside international allies, achieved a significant milestone through a targeted airstrike that ended the life of Yusuf Dhegnaas, a senior Al-Shabaab figure. This development marks a determined stride in an ongoing strategic campaign to weaken the…

AA Archive: A photograph capturing the Somali army's remarkable victory accompanies this narrative—a testament to their indomitable spirit. In a gripping tale of valor and community solidarity, the Somali National Army (SNA), with crucial support from local citizens, managed to thwart an audacious attack perpetrated by the militant group Al Shabaab. More than 130 insurgents met their demise in this intense encounter, Somali authorities have confirmed. The assault unfolded at the break of dawn, targeting several strategic…