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In the heart of Mogadishu, amidst the bustling tales of the city, a grim story unfolded this Wednesday, steeped in tragedy and political tension. Mohamed Ilyas Caagane, the federally appointed commissioner of Bardhere district, breathed his last amidst fierce combat between federal government troops and forces loyal to Jubbaland in the district of Bardhere, nestled within the contentious Gedo region. For those who call Bardhere home, the echoes of conflict reverberated through the air, although the full extent of the…

Mogadishu (AX) – In the hushed hours of Monday night, an air of uncertainty enveloped the Bardhere district within Somalia's Gedo region. Jubbaland regional forces quietly slipped back into the district headquarters, reclaiming control after federal government troops departed under the veil of night. It’s a development that leaves one pondering: What really happened to prompt this calculated withdrawal? The reasons for the federal forces' exit stay shrouded in mystery, hinting at complex underlying tensions.…

Somalia: High-Ranking ISIS Commander Surrenders to Northeastern State Defense Forces By Ali Musa | Axadle Times International–Monitoring AXADLE, Somalia — It was a moment of profound significance when a pivotal figure within the Islamic State’s hierarchy in Somalia—a man known as Abdirahman Shirwac but more infamously called “Laahoor”—surrendered to the Northeastern State Defense Forces. The backdrop? The rugged Al-Miskaad mountains set against an intense…

Mogadishu (AX) — In the fog of war, where words weave through gunfire, the SSC Khaatumo forces proudly announced a significant triumph over North Western State of Somalia troops in the disputed Shangeed region this past Thursday. The battle, fierce and unrelenting, left a toll not easily quantified as both factions recount heavy losses, each narrative shaded with their truths and agendas. Who, amidst this turmoil, can sift through the discord to find the forgotten stories of those caught in the crossfire? The numbers of the…

Hassan Sheikh Urges Trump to Preserve American Troops in Somalia MOGADISHU, Somalia - Picture this: a nation grappling with chaos, its very foundation rattled by the persistent echoes of gunfire and the insistent whispers of terror. This is the Somalia that President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud presides over. Amid this tumult, he reaches out across continents to the formidable Donald Trump. "Why withdraw now?" he seems to ask, though the words are unspoken. Trump,…

Recently, while seated in a sun-dappled room in Mogadishu, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia spoke with a quiet intensity that comes from years spent grappling with the formidable al-Shabab insurgency. At 69, Mohamud stands at the helm during a turbulent period, his tenure marked by a relentless fight against one of the world's most dangerous terror groups. The question on everyone's mind: how can the United States, a distant though powerful ally, continue to play a crucial role in this struggle? Mohamud's…

Somali President on U.S. Commitment in Fight Against al-Shabab Why should the United States maintain its involvement in the complex struggle against al-Shabab? To answer this question requires an understanding of Somalia's geopolitical realities, economic imperatives, and, perhaps, a dose of human empathy. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia, a stalwart leader with unmistakable resolve, finds himself at the helm of a nation riddled with challenges. Al-Shabab, an insidious al-Qaeda affiliate, lurks…

The situation on the front lines in Ukraine, particularly in the Kursk region, has taken a significant turn according to military sources. Recent assessments suggest that North Korean soldiers, who had joined forces with the Russian military, have likely been withdrawn following substantial casualties. This development raises questions about the effectiveness and sustainability of such military alliances. Intelligence reports from Western, South Korean, and Ukrainian agencies indicated that North Korea had dispatched over…

Conflict in Shangeed: A Tense Standoff The stillness of dawn shattered in an instant on Thursday as violent clashes erupted between North Western State of Somalia and SSC Khaatumo forces in Shangeed, the contested lands bridging Qorilugud and Buuhoodle. What sparked this newest chapter in a series of territorial skirmishes? Is there more to this than meets the eye? Reports from the ground paint a picture as fragmented as the region itself. While definitive casualty numbers elude confirmation, sources from both factions…

Under the dappled shadows of Hiiraan's rugged terrain, the Somali army, on a recent Tuesday, carried out a decisive operation that led to the demise of 16 al-Shabab militants. This audacious move marks yet another stride in the relentless campaign against the al-Qaeda-linked insurgents that have haunted the region for years. It’s a scene reminiscent of a high-stakes chess game, where each move carries the weight of potential calm or chaos. The state-run outlet, SONNA, brought these developments into the public eye,…