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Mogadishu (AX) – In a strategic maneuver on March 29, the United States military launched an airstrike targeting the notorious Islamic State (ISIS) militants entrenched in northern Somalia. This action, executed in consonance with the Federal Government of Somalia, culminated in the demise of several ISIS operatives, as reported by the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM). This operation transpired southeast of Bosaso, nestled within the Northeastern State region's rugged expanses. Though AFRICOM has withheld…

Mogadishu (AX) — The unsettling tranquility of Bosaso was shattered on a recent Wednesday when armed militants launched a calculated assault on the central police station. Their brazen aim: to seize weapons freshly acquired by the vigilant Northeastern State security forces. One attacker met a fatal end during the chaos, a somber testament to the violence, as reported by local security sources. Northeastern State's defenders, standing resilient at the station, bravely countered the aggressive push, forcing the…

How Al-Shabaab Fighters Brazenly Attacked a Police Camp in Kenya GARISSA, Kenya - In a brazen assault that disrupted the morning calm, the notorious Somalia-based al-Shabaab insurgents launched a calculated attack on a police base in the heart of Kenya. This was not just any police camp, but a crucial post manned by the National Police Reservists, who play a pivotal role in safeguarding regions plagued by terror and banditry. Imagine the scene: the sun…

Security Breach: Al-Shabaab Assaults Kenyan Police Camp Location: Garissa, Kenya In an audacious raid that shocked both the nation and its defense forces, Al-Shabaab militants infiltrated a police reservists’ camp in the northeastern region of Kenya, specifically in the Fafi area of Garissa County. The assault commenced in the early hours of Sunday morning, a time when most are deep in slumber or perhaps pondering the dawn of a new week. Tragically, the attack resulted in the loss of six brave…

Strategic Seizure in Garowe: A Tale of Courage and Commitment Edited By Ali MusaAxadle Times International–Monitoring AXADLE, Somalia - In a noteworthy demonstration of tenacity and valor, the Northeastern State police orchestrated a significant operation this past Thursday, seizing a bus stolen from the Office of the Auditor General. This seemingly ordinary vehicle bore witness to extraordinary events, echoing through the halls of Garowe with a hum of tension and resolve. It all unfolded with…

Mogadishu (AX) — In an unexpected turn of events, more than 100 individuals, suspected to be al-Shabab militants, momentarily descended upon a remote Kenyan village in Lamu County. They did not launch an assault or display overt aggression. Instead, they gathered the community, delivered religious sermons, and distributed foodstuffs before melting away into the dense cloak of the Boni Forest, leaving residents and security agencies in both confusion and concern. This strange sequence of events unfolded Saturday evening…

Somalian Struggles Against Terrorism: A Chronicle of Hope and Resilience Alasow remarked on the grueling night's operations as government soldiers, supported by African Union forces, heroically navigated through a tense and dangerous situation. They worked tirelessly to rescue individuals trapped within the confines of a besieged hotel, including elders, military personnel, and innocent civilians. With a mixture of pride and sorrow, he disclosed, “During the 18-hour siege, our courageous soldiers eliminated two…

Inside Somalia's Strategic Security Operations: A Blend of Cooperation and Challenge Edited By Ali MusaAxadle Times International–Monitoring Mogadishu (AX) — The landscape of security operations in Somalia is as dynamic and complex as the country itself. At its center is Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, Somalia’s Minister of Defense, orchestrating a ballet of international coordination and domestic fortitude. Recently, he shed light on an aspect of this intricate dance: the…

Mogadishu (AX) - In a significant military achievement, at least 50 Al-Shabaab militants met their demise in a meticulously coordinated airstrike, orchestrated by the Somali army in tandem with international allies. This operation unfolded in the Middle Shabelle region, a hotspot for strategic military actions. The Somali National Army, in a candid press release on Wednesday, confirmed this operation's incisive execution in the Damasha and Shabeelow territories. Amidst the chaos and valor, the notorious leader of…

Persistent Echoes of Conflict: The Al-Shabab Insurgency For over twenty years, Somalia has been shackled by the relentless insurgency led by the militant group Al-Shabab, an affiliate of the notorious al-Qaeda. This group has been a menacing presence, leaving deep scars on the nation’s landscape and psyche. As the turmoil ripples through the heart of Somali society, one cannot help but wonder: Will peace ever find its place amidst the violence? In the picturesque town of Beledweyne, located approximately 335 kilometers…