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In the bustling corridors of Mogadishu, where the scent of freshly brewed tea mingles with the relentless hum of political discourse, the Somali Council of Ministers gathered for their weekly meeting. It was an occasion that resonated with the weight of recent triumphs—a significant victory by the Northeastern State Dervish forces against the ISIS militants lurking in the Al-Miskaat mountains of the Bari region. Picture this: a dusty plateau in the Bari region, where the echoes of previous battles linger in the air. The…

Northeastern State's Struggle Against ISIS: An Ongoing Battle BOSASO, Somalia - In the rugged landscapes of the Al-Miskaad mountains, Northeastern State Counter-Terrorism Forces are entrenched in a gripping battle against ISIS militants. These forces, driven by an unyielding resolve endorsed by the regional government, have shown a relentless determination to eradicate extremist factions from this war-torn area. How often do we hear of such valiant efforts? As powerful as these encounters may sound, the gritty reality is…

BOSASO, Somalia - On a perilous Tuesday evening under the expansive sky of the Northeastern State state in Somalia, an intense operation executed by Northeastern State forces resulted in the demise of 57 militants associated with ISIS, a significant portion of whom were foreigners. This strategic offensive was markedly bolstered by the formidable US Africa Command along with other international allies. Axadle's sources affirmed a series of tactical airstrikes across various sanctuary locations within the rugged Cal-Miskaad…

Garowe (AX) — In a development that's sending ripples through the ranks of the Islamic State (ISIS), a key figure has voluntarily laid down arms and surrendered to the Northeastern State security forces. This move represents a significant blow to ISIS as Somali authorities drum up efforts to eviscerate the insurgency's intricate web of operations. Abdirahman Shirwac, more infamously known by his clandestine alias "Laahoor," approached security operatives quietly in the remote Unuun area near the serene, yet strategically…

Bosaso, PUNTLAND (AX) – In the rugged, untamed expanse of Dharin, where the winds whisper tales lost to time, a remarkable operation unfolded. Northeastern State's valiant security forces orchestrated this assault against ISIS encampments nestled 17 kilometers from Turmasaale. It was a decisive April morning when sunrays kissed the Earth, drawing shadows of a shrouded stronghold unraveled by our brave men and women in uniform. In a sublime dance of strategy and valor, they reclaimed this pivotal sanctuary from the…

Northeastern State's Struggle Against ISIS Amidst Federal Indifference EDITORIAL | Imagine braving the fierce deserts and rugged mountains of Somalia for over a quarter of a century, without so much as a whisper of support from the federal heartland. This is not a wistful tale spun from fiction, but the stark reality faced by Northeastern State, a resilient federal state. Since the ominous emergence of Al-Shabaab and ISIS amidst the rocky enclaves of Calmadow and Cal-Miskaad, Northeastern State has stood…

WASHINGTON - In a move that has captured global attention, President Donald Trump unveiled a brief yet compelling video showcasing US military airstrikes against ISIS in the remote caves of northern Somalia. What does this reveal about U.S. military capabilities? Without delving deep into specifics, Trump uploaded the 40-second footage to his X account (formerly known as Twitter) and described it as 'unclassified'. Labelling the video 'US airstrikes on ISIS targets in Somalia,' this disclosure marks a rare and candid…

Mogadishu (AX) — In the sunlit halls of the Balidoogle military base, where the air crackled with the energy of anticipation, Somalia's Defense Minister, Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, took the podium. His voice resonated with a mixture of gravitas and hopefulness as he addressed a group of newly trained Danab Commandos. His words were a testament to the intricate dance of struggle and cooperation in the ongoing battle against extremism in Somalia. "What do these mountains hide?" one might wonder. Not just rocks and shadows, but…

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…