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Praise for Northeastern State: A Significant Triumph Against ISIS Militants AXADLE, Somalia - In a whirlwind of military resolve, Somalia has turned its eyes toward Northeastern State, its northeastern frontier state, where a decisive battle against ISIS militants is unfolding with fervor and grit. The federal government of Somalia has voiced its approval for Northeastern State's relentless campaign, which it heralds as 'timely' and 'imperative' for ensuring peace and stability in a nation grappling with…

Baidoa (AX) – In a dramatic turn of events that might leave one pondering the age-old adage, "even thieves fall out," an intense bloodbath broke out among al-Shabab's ranks, culminating in the demise of at least 40 of its members. Picture this: a fierce showdown that paints the usually secretive corridors of power with a messy, open confrontation. What sparked this lethal flare-up in the otherwise tranquil setting of Bakol's dusty plains? Well, the answer is, unsurprisingly, money—the fuel of much discord throughout history.…

BOSSASO, Somalia - In a story that's proving to be the topic of the day, Operation Lightning continues to cut through the landscape of eastern Northeastern State like a knife through butter. With purpose and precision, the Northeastern State Defense Forces are taking no prisoners—figuratively, of course—as they make substantial headway into territories once dominated by the ominous shadow of IS-Somalia militants. You wouldn’t believe it unless you saw it yourself: this week, the Northeastern State forces clinched a…

Islamic State Fighters Wave the White Flag: A Surrender Story in Northeastern State, Somalia AXADLE, Somalia — Well, here’s a twist in the tale: the usually elusive foreign fighters of the notorious Islamic State have decided to call it a day and surrendered to the local defenders of Somalia's Northeastern State State. This surprising turn of events was revealed by none other than the chatty Information Minister, Mahmoud Aided Dirir, who's got his fingers on the pulse…

The Somali government recently shed light on a significant military operation, revealing that a faction of extremists, the Khawaarij , was thwarted before executing a planned assault. Fortunately, the mission concluded without any civilian casualties, according to reports, thanks to US military airstrikes that played a pivotal role. On Monday, the United States military confirmed the demise of a high-ranking al-Shabab figure, Mohamed Mire, during an aerial assault executed on December 24, near the vicinity of Kunyo Barrow…

Garowe (AX) — The leadership in Northeastern State has firmly decided against offering any form of clemency to foreign ISIS fighters entrenched within the Al Miskat mountains, presenting a stark ultimatum to the Somali ISIS insurgents to capitulate. This development unfolded on Sunday, according to officials familiar with the situation. The declaration emerged shortly after a violent incident in Dharjaalle, where an attack by 12 foreign militants on a Northeastern State military outpost resulted in multiple fatalities,…

Photo Op - Al-Shabab in Action If you were to hop in a time machine and set the dial to October 21, 2010, you’d witness a scene straight out of an action flick: Al-Shabab fighters strutting their stuff with weapons in northern Mogadishu, Somalia. 10 Militant Casualties Announced by Somalia The Somali government recently spilled the beans on an operation that resulted in the elimination of ten al-Shabab militants. This mission saw a tag-team effort with the United States military, showing some serious teamwork. According to…

In the intense tapestry of Somalia's ongoing struggle against al-Shabab, recent clashes have painted a stark picture of both victories and the persisting threat of this militant group. It's reported that over 20 al-Shabab fighters fell during a skirmish, marking another chapter in this lengthy conflict. A regional official remarked on the encounter, hinting at its pivotal outcomes: "This was a significant blow to the militants." Let's rewind to last year, when Somali forces orchestrated a high-stakes operation in the…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a remarkable display of military might, Somalia's National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) has announced the elimination of 27 al-Shabab insurgents during an extensive 12-hour operation in the Yaaqle region of Middle Shabelle. In a statement issued on Sunday, NISA detailed how this operation zeroed in on al-Shabab militants at a prominent assemblage point, successfully dismantling their vehicles and encampments. Encouragingly, the intelligence agency reported that its own forces suffered no…

Mogadishu (AX) - Somalia's National Security and Intelligence Agency (NISA), teaming up with global allies, took down 40 members of al-Shabab and injured 29 in a military action across Middle Shabelle and Galgadud, as declared by the agency on Saturday.Among those slain was Moalim Aarow, a principal leader of the group and a major architect behind numerous assaults in these regions, the statement revealed."Over a 24-hour span, we launched an offensive against al-Shabab strongholds located in the Yaaqle area of Middle…