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MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a bold declaration of determination, a high-ranking security officer in Somalia has articulated the resolve of Northeastern State forces in their campaign against the ISIS militants entrenched in the Al-Miskaad mountains of the Bari region. With "Operation Hilaac"—translated as "Lightning"—set in motion, the officer confidently forecasts the eventual defeat of these militant factions. Recent days have seen the forces successfully displace the insurgents from Turmasaale, an area deemed strategically…

Washington — In a strategic maneuver veiled with the complexities of international diplomacy, Somalia has engaged the expertise of a Washington lobbying firm with connections to former U.S. President Donald Trump. The motive? To obstruct the envisioned withdrawal of American forces from Somali soil. Imagine this: On a chilly November day in 2024, Somalia’s steadfast envoy to the United States, Dahir Hassan Arab, inked a contract with BGR Group. This agreement, worth a substantial $600,000, stretches across a year and links…

In a significant policy shift, former President Donald Trump, while en route from Miami to Washington, D.C., authorized several executive orders aimed at overhauling military regulations related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). One of the foremost directives seeks to repeal DEI initiatives within the armed forces, reinstating thousands of troops who had been dismissed for resisting the Covid-19 vaccination during the pandemic. Additionally, the orders take a direct stance against the inclusion of transgender…

MOGADISHU, Somalia— Somalia, a country that has endured a tempestuous past fraught with instability, now finds itself at a crossroads. Foreign Affairs Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi recently revealed that Somalia is being squeezed like an overripe fruit, compelled to consider halting the arrival of Egyptian forces meant to aid in the relentless battle against the elusive Al-Shabaab militants. The narrative unfolds with Egypt, ever eager to lend a helping hand to its 'brotherly nation,’ ready to send troops to Somalia's aid.…

Kismayo (AX) – In a story that continues to captivate both local residents and international observers, the Jubbaland military tribunal opened its doors on a tension-laden Monday morning to initiate legal proceedings against one Mukhtar Abdi Adan, famously known as Hoobiye. A man once trusted as an officer in the Jubbaland Armed Forces, Hoobiye now stands accused of conspiring with one of the most feared battlefront entities of our time—Al-Shabaab. The gravity of his alleged betrayal introduces a dramatic twist to this…

Northeastern State, Somalia — A Fateful Victory Awaits: Northeastern State Forces Closing the Curtain on ISIS In the shimmering heat of Somalia's Bari region, Northeastern State's military forces are poised on the cusp of an extraordinary achievement against ISIS militants. Their formidable offensive, poignantly named "Cal-Miskaad," is gracefully marching towards its culmination. The relentless drive against the insurgents has strategically dismantled their…

When two leaders put pen to parchment in the vibrant heart of Cauri on a sunny Thursday, it was more than mere ink gracing paper; it was the birth of a potent promise. Egypt and Somalia ushered in a new era of camaraderie with a vibrant joint political declaration, underscoring their alliance with fervent assurances of military support as part of a pact born from their covenant sealed in mid-August 2024. Who would have thought yesterday’s rivals would become tomorrow’s allies?In this bold scheme, Egypt pledges its formidable…

In a dramatic turn of events, four Israeli soldiers who had been held captive in Gaza were finally liberated and transported via military helicopter to Beilinson Hospital in Petah Tikva, positioned in central Israel. Accompanied by their anxious parents, the moment was charged with emotion and relief, a culmination of nearly 477 days surrounded by uncertainty. The Israeli Ministry of Health promptly confirmed their safe arrival at the hospital, which had been preparing extensively for this emotional moment. Staff were on…

Under the blazing sun of immigration policy shifts, the U.S. military is springing into action, quite literally flying people to far-off lands. On a whirlwind Friday, the unmistakable hum of C-17 aircraft engines marked a novel chapter, as directed by President Donald Trump. The Pentagon, ever-prepared for boundary skirmishes, green-lighted sending additional soldiers, including the renowned 82nd Airborne Division, to patrol the southern border. One might've heard a flurry of wings as two…

CAIRO - Egypt and Somalia have enthusiastically rolled up their sleeves, set to activate a long-anticipated military accord inked in 2024. Curious as to why? Well, these interesting developments seem likely to raise eyebrows over in Ethiopia. You see, a significant discussion hovers over the colossal Grand Renaissance Dam, a construction project that's become quite the bone of contention between Ethiopia and Cairo. Presidents Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia and Abdel Fattah al-Sisi of Egypt recently put pen to paper on…