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Mogadishu (AX) – A restless night unfolded in El-Bur, nestled within Somalia's Galgadud region, as a local militia known as Ma'awisley undertook a daring raid on the abode of an Al-Shabaab leader. The night air was tense with anticipation as the militia launched their surprise attack under the cloak of darkness, targeting none other than Yahye Laba Madax. Can you picture the furtive glances and the whispered strategies as these determined individuals, driven by a mix of courage and fear, plotted against a formidable…

On Thursday, Israel is poised to receive the remains of four hostages from Gaza. Meanwhile, preparations are underway to facilitate the return of six living captives this Saturday, as confirmed by an Israeli security official. These forthcoming handovers represent a glimmer of hope amid an ongoing crisis. If both handover operations transpire successfully, only four hostages—currently presumed deceased—will remain unaccounted for out of the 33 individuals expected to be released during the initial phase of a ceasefire…

Jess Hallett remarked pointedly, "If you've been there and feel no empathy, there’s likely a deeper issue at play." Once a vocal opponent of UK immigration, a transformative journey from Somalia to the UK altered Jess Hallett's views. This journey recalibrated her perspective profoundly. Originating from Llanelli, Jess was among six assertive Brits chosen for Channel 4's compelling series, Go Back To Where You Came From. Traversing the perilous people smuggling routes, she experienced the dread of precarious boat…

Trapped, exploited, and finally freed—these are the stories of over 260 individuals believed to have been ensnared into working within the bowels of online scam centers. They are now on their way home, set to be repatriated after being rescued from Myanmar in a coordinated effort led by Thailand's army, as announced on Thursday. Who would've imagined Southeast Asian countries like Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos would become epicenters for such insidious activities? These nations, sharing borders with Thailand, have become…

TORONTO, Canada (AX) — The haunting visage of Nehima Jamal, a young Ethiopian woman of merely twenty summers, has lingered like an unsettling specter across digital platforms. Captured by traffickers in Libya, her image—tied, gagged, and battered—was used as a pawn to demand ransom. Now liberated, she opens up about the chilling odyssey that left her teetering on the brink of despair. Her testimony stands as a grave warning for others who may be contemplating a similar perilous path. Liberation came at a steep price—700,000…

In an unsettling turn of events, countless residents of Los Angeles have been ordered to evacuate as relentless wildfires wreak havoc across the region. Authorities have now confirmed that these displaced individuals will not be able to return home for at least a week—if not longer—due to the looming threats of electrocution, landslides, and exposure to hazardous materials. Understandably, frustration is bubbling beneath the surface among evacuees. Many are incensed by these restrictions, particularly those who are eager to…

Mogadishu (AX) – In an extraordinary tale of endurance and hope, two Somali fishermen have made a triumphant return to Mogadishu, thanks to the timely intervention of a passing Chinese vessel. Their ordeal at sea, fraught with peril and uncertainty, has gratefully concluded, as officially confirmed by the Somali government. Meet Ibrahim Mohamud Ali and Sharma'arke Nur Abdi Adan—ordinary men turned survival champions. For 24 grueling days, these resilient souls found themselves at the mercy of the relentless Indian Ocean.…

Dermot and Anne Tuohy, an Irish couple, found themselves hastily escaping their Los Angeles residence as the Palisades Fire wreaked havoc, leaving their neighborhood in smoldering ruins. They consider themselves fortunate—“the lucky ones," as they put it. "We call Pacific Palisades home, which is split into two sections: the 'village' and the Highlands. Thankfully, we’re in the Highlands, though it suffered some damage; the village, however, is a total loss," Mr. Tuohy shared during an interview with RTÉ News, his…

Mogadishu (AX) — Determined to extend a welcoming hand, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud pledged to embrace Somali nationals boomeranging back from Germany. Post a notable meeting with Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Wednesday was the day for affirmations. "I'm all in for repatriating any Somali who hasn't snagged a residence permit or settled properly in Germany," Mohamud avouched to the German tabloid BILD. "We’re a changed nation. Safer, past the days of civil unrest," Mohamud stressed to BILD, echoing Somalia's rising…

Somalia Sends Ethiopian Diplomat Packing as Regional Strain Escalates MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a swift diplomatic move, Somalia has declared an Ethiopian envoy "persona non grata" due to his reportedly antagonistic actions against Somali authorities. The envoy has been given a tight three-day window to leave the nation, or face deportation. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has accused Ali Mohamed Adan of behavior "inconsistent with his diplomatic obligations." Adan, who held the position of Consular II at the Ethiopian…