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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…

Senior Islamic State Somalia Commander Captured in Northeastern State In the rugged landscape of the Cal Miskaad mountains, a shocking event unfolded; Abdirahman Shirwac Aw-Saciid, a senior commander within the Islamic State's Somalia faction, chose to lay down arms and surrender. His insurgent legacy was most notorious for two reasons: ruthless assassinations and coercive extraction of wealth from local businesses. As the local headlines buzz with this arrest, who exactly was "Laahoor,"…

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…

U.S. Executes Airstrikes Aimed at ISIS Leadership in Somalia's Remote Regions AXADLE, Somalia — In an audacious move reminiscent of the battle cries echoing through history, the U.S. Air Force has engaged in operations within the austere landscapes of Somalia's Bari region. These events unfolded on February 1, 2025, unraveling under the aegis of directives from President Donald Trump. According to sources familiar with the situation, this offensive, conducted via surgical airstrikes, pierced through the rugged…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a remarkable denunciation, Somali lawmaker and opposition figurehead Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame has chastised the Somali government. Why? For a glaring oversight—failing to acknowledge the invaluable contributions of Northeastern State in the nation's military campaign against ISIS militants in the windswept, rugged terrain of the northeastern Bari region. Warsame's words weren’t just a casual rebuke; they brimmed with a palpable sense of frustration and urgency. To him, Northeastern State's…

Northeastern State Forces Strike at the Heart of ISIS in Somalia "Verification of the identities of those killed is ongoing, and we will release the names once the process is complete," Faadhigo revealed with a resolute tone. Among the casualties, he noted, were senior ISIS leaders, though their identities remain under wraps for now. The world will likely know the key figures lost in the shuffle within a matter of days. In a strategic decision, Northeastern State forces have been tasked…

The intricate tapestry of geopolitics in the Horn of Africa unraveled a new thread on Monday, as North Western State of Somalia’s Ministry of Defence issued a firm rebuttal to recent claims made by AFRICOM. According to the ministry, U.S. military operations have not encroached upon their territory. But isn’t geography more an art than a science sometimes? The ministry specifically challenged assertions linked to U.S. Secretary of Defense Peter Hegseth, asserting airstrikes were falsely attributed to the Golis Mountains…

BOSASO, Somalia: US Military's Calculated Airstrikes in Northeastern State In an audacious maneuver, the US Africa Command recently executed a series of rare airstrikes against ISIS targets in Northeastern State, Somalia. This marks perhaps only the second recorded instance of the command confronting Islamist extremists in the region, resulting in the demise of multiple militants, including some key figures. Back in May 2024, a significant operation was initiated, aiming to neutralize Abdulkadir Mumin,…

Garowe (AX) – In a gesture that underscores the complexities of international alliances, the Northeastern State regional state has publicly extended its heartfelt appreciation to the United States and the United Arab Emirates. These nations have played a pivotal role in the ongoing military operations against ISIS militants entrenched in the rugged Al-Miskat mountains of the Bari region. The weight of the situation in this craggy landscape is not lost upon Northeastern State officials. In a carefully crafted…

Northeastern State Acknowledges International Support in Anti-ISIS Campaign AXADLE, Somalia — In a land where the arid winds weave tales of both challenge and triumph, Northeastern State state stands at a pivotal juncture. This northern haven of Somalia, often lauded for its stability, recently took a substantial step forward in its battle against the notorious ISIS militants haunting the Bari region. The success of this initial military campaign owes much to the concerted efforts of its international allies. The poignant…