ISIS

In the evolving political landscape of Somalia, it's a notable milestone that President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has directed his attention towards Northeastern State, a region that has long been both a strategic ally and occasional adversary. Yet, one might ponder: Why has it taken three months for this acknowledgment? Yasin hints at this very question, urging Northeastern State's administration to meet the federal government's overture with open arms and a spirit of collaboration. It’s time for Northeastern State's President…

Mogadishu's Commitment: A New Dawn in Northeastern State's Battle Against ISIS The azure skies of Mogadishu carried a weighty announcement from Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, marking a pivotal moment for Northeastern State's relentless fight against the menace of ISIS. The declaration saw the birth of a special committee, a beacon of hope and cooperation, designed to weave federal support into Northeastern State's tenacious tapestry of resistance. As the hustle and bustle of the latest session of…

AXADLE, Somalia - In the evolving saga of Somalia's regional politics, Northeastern State has categorically refuted recent accusations from Somalia's Foreign Minister, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi. He claimed that Northeastern State has been deliberately sidelining the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) in its intense and ongoing campaign against IS-Somalia insurgents. But how can we trust these allegations when the atmosphere is so politically charged? To delve a bit deeper, let's consider this perspective: Mohammed Abdirahman…

Mogadishu (AX) – In the rugged terrain of the Al-Miskaad Mountains, where silence is broken only by whispers of the wind, a dramatic clash unfolded. Over the past week, Northeastern State's security forces, aided by UAE airstrikes, embarked on a meticulously coordinated counterterrorism operation. Their target? Insidious pockets of ISIS militants lurking in these highlands, hidden in plain sight for years. From a bird’s-eye view, the operation might seem like an intense chess game played over harsh landscapes. As…

In the tumultuous landscapes of northeastern Somalia lies a story unfolding across ridges and political corridors, where Northeastern State authorities have long pinpointed a perceived apathy from the federal government in the contentious war against ISIS. Within the rugged peaks of the Cal Miskaad mountains in the Bari region, these militants have found refuge, launching audacious attacks against both the valiant Northeastern State security forces and the innocent communities nestled within. Exasperation among Somali…

BOSASO, Somalia - The crackle of gunfire and the echo of strategic commands reverberated through the eastern stretches of the Cal-Miskaad mountains as the Northeastern State Defense Forces, fueled by a steadfast resolve, made a landmark advance. What’s unfolding here, you might ask? It is an audacious campaign against the entrenched forces of ISIS. These formidable terrains, once bastions of militant fortification, are now being reclaimed at a pace the world cannot ignore. What drives these forces, often operating with…

Mogadishu (AX) – It was an ordinary morning in Garowe when the news broke. The atmosphere, typically buzzing with the cadence of daily life, took on an air of urgency. This change emanated from a single pronouncement by Northeastern State’s regional President, Said Abdullahi Deni. Why now, and what prompted this decisive action, you might ask? In response to unsettling reports of foreign nationals finding their way into ISIS-Somalia, Deni decreed a stringent crackdown on illegal immigration. The influx, he warned, could no…

Northeastern State's Major Security Move: A Bold Stance Against ISIS AXADLE, Somalia - In a decisive move steeped in urgency and strategic foresight, Northeastern State—an autonomous region famed for its resilient people nestled in Somalia's northeast—has placed a strict embargo on the ingress of undocumented foreigners. This bold enactment closely follows a military operation, marked by blood and grit, where Northeastern State's troops clashed with and eradicated…

BOSASO, Somalia - The town of Bosaso, nestled in the arid expanse of Somalia's Northeastern State region, has long endured the ominous shadow of militant threats. But in a twist that locals consider a watershed moment, the dragnet has tightened around notorious Islamic State (Daesh) members accused of criminal activities that have plagued this area. Colonel Abdikadir Jama Dirir, the steely-eyed Bari region Police Commander, revealed to reporters on a brisk Wednesday morning how the orchestrated sweep played out.…

In the arid and turbulent terrains of Bosaso, a sense of tangible tension hangs in the air, not unlike the dust and whispers of the past conflicts that have dusted its streets. For some time now, this coastal city, esteemed for its commercial prowess, has found itself ensnared in the grip of militant groups, each more brazen than the next. Recently, however, a shift of sorts has begun to unfold. As vividly as a scene from an action film, Northeastern State security forces have detained several individuals linked to the…