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In the heart of Somalia's Middle Shabelle, a region that has long stood as a theatre of conflict, the air was thick with tension this Sunday. A substantial maneuver unfolded as Somali government troops, supported by local militias, embarked on a determined military operation. Their mission? To dismantle the entrenched grip of Al-Shabaab in and around Biyo Adde. Let's step back to Saturday, a day when tranquility was shattered by the cacophony of battle. Al-Shabaab militants, well-known for their audacity and…

An Unyielding Commitment: Somali Prime Minister's Vow Against Al-Shabaab It’s often said that courage isn't the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. In the sprawling landscapes of Somalia, where the echoes of conflict and aspirations of peace intermingle, this sentiment finds a resonant home. The current pulse in the Horn of Africa underscores a formidable resolve as Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre pledges unwavering dedication to military operations, having set sights on uprooting Al-Shabaab, a…

Somalia: Northeastern State Military Presses Fight Against ISIS, Targeting Last Strongholds BOSASO, Somalia - The rugged terrains of Northeastern State's Cal-Miskaad mountains tell a tale of unyielding bravery and determination. Here, amidst limited resources, Northeastern State's military leaders have pledged an unwavering commitment to eradicate ISIS militants from their land. Despite the odds, they press onward, aspiring to restore stability and prosperity to Somalia's northern state.…

President Donald Trump, joined by billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk, is spearheading an aggressive campaign to streamline the US bureaucracy, resulting in the dismissal of over 9,500 federal employees. Those affected ranged from individuals responsible for managing vast federal lands to dedicated personnel caring for the nation's military veterans. This sweeping initiative has predominantly impacted probationary workers—those who have been on the job for less than a year and enjoy limited employment protections. Reports from…

Mogadishu (AX) — As the sun lazily dipped below the horizon, casting a golden glow over Mogadishu, a gathering unlike any other took place. Survivors, heartened activists, and earnest government officials came together to honor the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Their voices joined in an impassioned plea urging the swift establishment of a national ban in Somalia. Orchestrated by the Ifrah Foundation, this pivotal event was held in partnership with the Ministry of Women, Family,…

In a race against time, mediators are striving to clinch a ceasefire in Gaza and negotiate a hostage release, spurred on by optimistic declarations from a Qatari official who hinted that a deal could be within grasp "very soon." The efforts, a collaborative initiative involving Qatar, Egypt, and the United States, have ramped up as the clock ticks down following Hamas' devastating attack on Israel on October 7, 2023—an assault that has been labeled the deadliest in Israel's history. During a phone call yesterday, US…

In an urgent response to the raging Palisades wildfire in Los Angeles, helicopters dropped water and fire retardant on the steep terrains, aiming to curtail its unsettling eastward advance. The intensity of firefighting on the ground has surged dramatically, especially with wind gusts poised to reach a staggering 113 km/h, posing an additional peril to containment efforts. Tragically, the consequences of these wildfires have already claimed the lives of at least 16 individuals, leaving neighborhoods devastated and pushing…

Northeastern State is actively joining forces with international bodies like the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Red Crescent. Together, they’re crafting plans to send home foreign combatants who lay down their weapons and surrender. Dirir mentioned that while they’re keeping the specifics like timelines and nationalities under wraps, the ultimate goal is clear: these individuals need to return home, and it all has to be orchestrated under proper legal guidelines. "We’ve got foreign fighters in our…

Mogadishu (AX) — For many years, Somalia has been caught in a storm of turmoil, poverty, and uprooting that's left the nation's mental health in shambles. This dire situation has largely been ignored, as highlighted by Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). "Women and kids are really taking the hardest hit," they noted in a recent report, pointing to the intensifying mental stress blanketing these already strained communities. From the start of 2024 to September, MSF's dedicated mental health squads have…

The Israeli military has conducted strikes that resulted in the deaths of at least 50 Palestinians throughout Gaza, intensifying their operations around Jabalia in the northern region. This development follows ongoing and fierce confrontations with fighters affiliated with Hamas. According to Palestinian health officials, Israeli fire claimed the lives of at least 17 individuals near Al-Falouja, which is the largest among Gaza's eight historical refugee camps. Additionally, in a separate incident in Bani Suhaila, located in…