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In Beledweyne, a pivotal moment is unfolding as Abdullahi Mohamed Ali Sanbaloolshe, the Director of Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), engages in high-level discussions with local elders and community leaders in the Moqokori district. This engagement comes at a crucial juncture as the federal government amplifies its military operations against al-Shabaab in the Hiiraan region—an area marked by both conflict and resilience. Having spent four days in the district, Sanbaloolshe is on a mission that…

**Beledweyne (AX)** — In a dramatic turn of events early Wednesday, heavy fighting erupted in Abooreey, a village situated in the Hiiraan region of Somalia. This escalation was marked by the Hawadle Ma'awiisley militia launching a multi-pronged assault against Al-Shabaab fighters firmly entrenched in the area. The Ma'awiisley, named for the traditional sarong worn by many of its gallant fighters, took decisive action to reclaim the territory from the well-known militant group. Residents of Abooreey reported hearing sustained…

Urgent Call for Support in the Fight Against Al-Shabaab Mogadishu (AX) – In a passionate plea that echoes the sentiments of many, Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame, the leader of the Wadajir Party and a Member of Parliament, has called upon the Federal Government of Somalia to urgently provide military assistance to local fighters engaged in the valiant battle against the Al-Shabaab militant group in the Hiiraan region. This is not just a request; it is a call to arms for the very essence of community resilience. As the…

Fierce Clashes Erupt in Abooreey: A Strategic Struggle in Somalia’s Hiiraan Region Mogadishu (AX) — On Wednesday afternoon, the tranquil scenery of Abooreey, a village nestled in Somalia's Hiiraan region, erupted into chaos. Clashes broke out when local militia, known as the Macawiisley, launched a concerted attack against entrenched Al-Shabaab militants. This conflict, palpable even from a distance, has cast a spotlight on the ongoing battle for control in this culturally rich and strategically significant area. Aligned…

By Ali Musa Axadle Times International – Monitoring Beledweyne (AX) — A tragic incident unfolded on Tuesday in the bustling neighborhood of Ali Ganey, situated in the heart of the Hiiraan region, where the lives of two teenagers were abruptly cut short, and 32 Somali soldiers were left injured due to a harrowing road accident. This heartbreaking event has left the community grappling with shock and loss, as it shines a light on the larger issues of traffic safety and road maintenance in the area. According to local…

Mogadishu Gathering Highlights Need for Strategic Planning in Hiiraan Conflict Amid the bustling heart of Mogadishu, a city that dances on the edge of hope and history, Ali Jeyte Osman—the leader of the resilient Ma'awiisleey militia—made a potent call to action. His voice, both stern and compassionate, echoes the dreams and frustrations of many in Hiiraan faced with the prolonged and complex struggle against Al-Shabaab. During a poignant Ramadan iftar, a…

General Omar's Commitment to Strengthening Somali Forces Imagine standing on the sun-baked soil of central Somalia, where General Omar recently embarked on a crucial tour amidst the sprawling landscapes that are often at the heart of conflict. His visit comes at a pivotal moment, as Somali forces, in collaboration with international allies, have initiated an audacious military campaign aimed at dismantling the strongholds of Al-Shabaab, a significant threat to the region’s stability. More than just a logistical exercise,…

Mogadishu (AX) – On a typical scorcher of a Saturday, under the merciless sun of El-Hero in the Mahaas district, a noteworthy arrest unfolded. Mohamed Rashid Abdi Hussein, once the chairman of the Ganuribad area in Somalia's Hiiraan region, found himself in handcuffs. The reason for his capture? A damning discovery: receipts from Al-Shabaab, the notorious militant group, left little room for doubt. These were not your ordinary receipts—they were felonious tokens, empowering a regime of illegal taxation on unsuspecting…

Beledweyne (AX) – There are days in Beledweyne when the air hums with the kind of tension you cannot quite articulate. This Thursday was such a day. Muse Salad Wehliye, the esteemed Governor of Hiiraan, took a momentous step forward, as he examined the newly marshalled ranks of the Ma'awisleey local forces. These troops gathered under the morning sun, preparing for an impending campaign aimed at dislodging the entrenched al-Shabaab sanctuaries in western Hiiraan. These Ma'awisleey fighters, hailing proudly from the…

Beledweyne (AX) – In the often tumultuous chessboard of Somalia, where tactics and survival mingle intricately, the ebb and flow of conflict has confounded yet again. Al-Shabaab militants, those elusive insurgents with their unslakable thirst for turmoil, have found a new haunt—nestled by the murmuring banks of the Shabelle River in the Mahaday district, they plan their next move. Local inhabitants mutter about seeing swarms of militants sweeping into the area, battered from recent fierce skirmishes in Hiiraan. It’s as if…