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Tragic Attack in Mandera: Quarry Workers Killed by Suspected Al-Shabaab Militants MANDERA, Kenya - In a deeply unsettling event, at least five quarry workers lost their lives at the hands of suspected Al-Shabaab militants in the quiet village of Bur Abor, near the Kenya-Somalia border. This harrowing attack unfolded a mere two weeks after the militants had released five local administrators, raising intense concerns about the region's security. The attack occurred at dawn, around 7 AM East African Time. Armed fighters…

Security Concerns in Northeastern State: A Troubling Pattern In a world where security should bolster peace, the unfortunate reality in Northeastern State tells a different story. Recently, security officials took swift action, arresting a guard shortly after a shooting incident. While such cases often unfold with alarming regularity, each carries its own narrative worth deep reflection. Consider the incident four days prior, on March 23. The day etched itself into the community's memory when a young barber…

For over a decade, the narrative of Somalia has been marked by the shadows of an insurgency led by Al-Shabaab. This group, notorious for its relentless grip, has proven to be a challenging adversary to the Somali government, despite the latter's determined efforts to reclaim peace. Imagine the persistent dread of a storm that, though it calms momentarily, resurfaces with unexpected fury. This analogy captures the dynamic between Al-Shabaab and the forces combating them. The latest military endeavors…

In the early hours of dawn, the rugged coastline of Yemen comes into view for the Ethiopian migrants braving the tumultuous waters of the Gulf of Aden. They arrive not with hope alone but intertwined with a mix of trepidation and desperation. Their destination: Saudi Arabia. Their dreams: A better life. Yet, the path they tread is fraught with unimaginable peril. “Mass shootings by the border forces.” This chilling phrase resonates as more Ethiopian migrants report unspeakable violence on their journey. Saudi…

Ambush and reprisals in Ethiopia kill 64: rights physique ADDIS ABABA - At least 53 folks have died in western Ethiopia after an unidentified armed group attacked a civilian convoy and its navy escort in an space stricken by ethnic violence, a rights physique stated on Sunday. appointed by the federal government. The beforehand unreported assault occurred on March 2 in Metekel, Benishangul-Gumuz area,…

While the country is still plunged into uncertainty following the president's decision to adopt exceptional powers a month ago, a new element has further blurred the situation. Kaïs Saïed says he is threatened with death. as reported from Tunis, Amira SouilemBut who wants to assassinate the president? The question is on…

In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the figures are alarming ... 42% of AIDS patients admitted to Lubumbashi Provincial Hospital die due to lack of money for treatment. These statistics were presented during Scientific Days, organized jointly by the Higher Institute of Medical Techniques in Lubumbashi and the Technical University of M'siri. They ended on Saturday, August 21, in the town of…

AU troops kill civilians after Al-Shabaab ambush, Somali governor says MOGADISHU, Somalia - Senior Somali official insists African Union mission forces killed civilians last week, claiming the incident occurred after troops were ambushed by Al-Shabaab militants in the south of the country. Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, governor of the troubled Lower Shabelle region, said he made a confirmation after…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Somali national army soldiers have killed more than 279 al-Shabaab militants across the country in the past month, adding even more hope to the war against the militants, which has wreaked havoc across the country. State media and a senior military official confirmed the successes on Monday, amid ongoing operations in most parts of the Horn of Africa country as senatorial elections began. Al-Shabaab has been fighting to overthrow the fragile UN-backed Somali administration for more than a decade…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - At least 11 al-Shabaab militants killed by Kenya Defense Forces in Kudha, Jubaland, a senior military official said during the latest crackdown on the group, which also controls large rural areas of central and southern Somalia. Wednesday's KDF operation was the last in Somalia to be carried out and comes as AMISOM troops work hard to implement Somalia's transition plan. before officially leaving Somalia. David Goldman, director of counterterrorism, national security and intelligence analysis at…