ISIS

Northeastern State Forces Sweep Up ISIS Bastion in the Rugged Hills of Cal-Miskaad Axadle – A triumph for the embattled Northeastern State Counter-Terrorism Forces as they clinched Turmasaale, a hotbed of ISIS activity nestled in the forbidding crags of the Cal-Miskaad mountain range. The win didn't come easy; it was the fruit of grueling skirmishes that stretched over two nerve-wracking days, according to a hardened officer who has witnessed the campaign unfold. Picture this: Turmasaale, a speck on the outskirts of Toga…

Garowe (AX) – In a dramatic turn of events, the Northeastern State regional administration has unleashed a helicopter to bolster its gallant forces battling the resilient Islamic State movement in the labyrinthine landscape of the Bari region. A bird of steel, if you will, entering the fray to lend a crucial hand—or rotor, in this case. The chopper, more than just a whirlybird, is slated to carry military provisions and swiftly transport injured soldiers from the frontlines. You could say it’s prepared to swoop in like a…

BOSASO, Somalia - A New Dawn as Key ISIS Figure Surrenders to Northeastern State Forces It's not every day you hear about militants throwing in the towel, but that's precisely what happened when a senior ISIS leader handed himself over to the Northeastern State Defence Forces this Tuesday. Talk about turning the tables! Senior officials, bursting with pride, lauded the relentless pursuit encompassing the rugged Bari region. For nearly a month, Northeastern State's gallant…

BOSASO, Somalia - "Shades of gray," some might say, yet the harrowing raid by the notorious ISIS in Northeastern State was as blatant as a bull in a china shop—jarring and disheartening. The lurking presence of ISIS in Somalia, particularly in the supposedly secure enclave of Northeastern State, was an open secret, yet often considered a dwarf concern compared to the formidable shadow of al-Shabaab. The shockwaves from ISIS's brazen strike on Northeastern State's military outposts still echo like a haunting chorus across…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a heartfelt plea echoing through the bustling lanes of Mogadishu, Somalia's Prime Minister, Hamse Abdi Barre, called for a united front in the face of ominous threats. With a tone as grave as storm clouds over the savannah, he addressed the peril that Al-Shabaab and ISIS pose to the heartbeat of the nation: its people, its cherished land, and the hopes of tomorrow. Under the sweltering sun of a Mogadishu Thursday, Barre took center stage to spotlight terrorism as a beast needing taming. He painted a…

FILE - Mohamud Aydid Dirir, Northeastern State's Minister of Information, making waves during a public address.Kismayo (AX) - In a tale as old as time, the clash between Northeastern State and the federal government of Somalia has rekindled, this time over a torrent of words unleashed by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre. The Prime Minister, in a recent display of commendation, hailed Northeastern State’s military forces for their valiant anti-ISIS operations in the rugged terrains of the Bari region. However, what was…

Final Push Against ISIS in Northeastern State: A Boon for Stability BOSASO, Somalia — Imagine the serene, sun-kissed hills of northeastern Somalia suddenly echoing with the brisk movements of a major military campaign. That's exactly what's happening as Northeastern State forces steer towards the final leg of what they’ve dubbed Operation Hillaac. This relentless pursuit is not just another military maneuver; it’s a high-stakes attempt to oust ISIS-aligned militants from their well-entrenched lairs within the…

In the bustling heart of Garowe, the air bristled with palpable tension as Northeastern State took a rare public jab at the Somali Federal Government. This wasn't merely political theater; it was a direct critique aimed squarely at what Northeastern State officials deemed a half-hearted show of support from Mogadishu in their ongoing battle against ISIS. Minister of Information, Mohamud Aideed Dirir, didn't mince words when commenting on the federal overtures offered by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, charging them as…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - With determination as fierce as the desert winds sweeping across the Somali plains, Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre has thrown his full weight behind the valiant efforts of Northeastern State's security forces. Their unflagging campaign against the sinister IS-Somalia militants in the eastern precincts of the nation is not just a tale of combat, but of triumph and tenacity. Stepping onto the podium, Barre, a man who knows the stakes all too well, extolled the gallant soldiers standing on the…

Praise for Northeastern State: A Significant Triumph Against ISIS Militants AXADLE, Somalia - In a whirlwind of military resolve, Somalia has turned its eyes toward Northeastern State, its northeastern frontier state, where a decisive battle against ISIS militants is unfolding with fervor and grit. The federal government of Somalia has voiced its approval for Northeastern State's relentless campaign, which it heralds as 'timely' and 'imperative' for ensuring peace and stability in a nation grappling with…