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As the sun reluctantly rose over Goma, painting the sky in hues tinged with both hope and despair, the air was thick with an unsettling silence. Was this the calm after the storm or merely an interlude before the next tempest? The Red Cross team moved purposefully, carrying the staggering weight of grief as they began the solemn task of laying to rest the victims of clashes between the M23 rebels and the Congolese army. At the ITIG Cemetery, shadows of bereavement stretched long over the ground that holds more stories than…

Mogadishu (AX) — A sense of tenuous peace lingers in the Hiiraan region of Somalia after a clangorous clash between federal forces, their local allies, and the militant group Al-Shabaab. In a daring mission, more than 40 members of the al-Qaeda-affiliated insurgents met their demise, a stark testament to the volatile struggle for control shaping Somalia's heartlands. The Ministry of Defense announced this significant blow to Al-Shabaab on Tuesday, foreshadowing the ebb and flow of conflict yet to come. Under the harsh…

In the rugged landscapes of Somalia's Al Miskad mountain range, a fierce battle is unfolding, as Northeastern State forces embark on what appears to be their most ambitious military endeavor against ISIS to date. Nestled in this treacherous terrain, the insurgents have long found refuge, plotting their malicious schemes away from prying eyes. But that time, it seems, is coming to a close. The operation, which kicked off in earnest earlier this week, has been nothing short of a whirlwind—plumes of determination and grit in…

Somalia: Northeastern State’s Troops Carve Out New Territories in Thrilling Clash with ISIS AXADLE, Somalia - In the rugged terrain of the Al-Miskaat mountains, echoes of a daring offensive resonate. The valiant security forces of Northeastern State have landed a knockout punch on ISIS, obliterating five of their strategic nerve centers, leaving their plans in tatters, as announced by officials with pride on a rather eventful Saturday. You know, in a world where many…

Northeastern State's Bold Strike: A New Chapter in the Fight Against ISIS BOSASO, Somalia - Armed with grit, guts, and a little help from some international friends, Northeastern State's security force launched a daring aerial assault against ISIS. This late-night venture, set under a canopy of stars, zeroed in on the elusive positions of Islamic State in the craggy landscapes around Isku-Shuban. It was like finding a needle in a haystack, only with more drones and less poking. The darkness didn't dampen the effectiveness…

Islamic State Fighters Wave the White Flag: A Surrender Story in Northeastern State, Somalia AXADLE, Somalia — Well, here’s a twist in the tale: the usually elusive foreign fighters of the notorious Islamic State have decided to call it a day and surrendered to the local defenders of Somalia's Northeastern State State. This surprising turn of events was revealed by none other than the chatty Information Minister, Mahmoud Aided Dirir, who's got his fingers on the pulse…

Regional Backing Soars as Northeastern State Readies for Militant Showdown BOSASO, Somalia - Shortly after marking a significant triumph against ISIS forces, Northeastern State has begun rallying its local populace in preparation for major military action targeting insurgents entrenched in the Bari region's rugged terrains. The residents of the area have started rallying behind the forces as they prepare for an extensive assault on the ISIS faction. The Al-Shabaab and ISIS factions hold fort in the craggy landscapes of the…

In a recent rally, Donald Trump firmly asserted to his followers that he is "not a Nazi." His statement aimed to counter accusations of authoritarianism, notably from a former senior aide who had labeled him a fascist. As the election heads into its tense final week, the rivalry between him and Kamala Harris, the sitting vice president, has escalated, with both sides intensifying their political discourse amidst a historic campaign. Harris, a Democrat, has accused Trump of inciting division across the nation. While she…

The storm clouds of conflict hover ominously as Iran launches missiles at Israel. Here's the nitty-gritty of their military arsenals.Late Tuesday, Iran unleashed a salvo of at least 180 ballistic missiles at key Israeli cities.The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran declared this bombardment a reprisal for Israeli raids in Gaza and Lebanon that resulted in civilian casualties, also citing the assassinations of notable figures from IRGC, Hamas, and Hezbollah. Targeting three strategic military locales in Tel…

Somalis protest in opposition to Al-Shabaab as military steps up offensive GALKAYO, Somalia - Sections of Galkayo residents have gathered within the streets to protest in opposition to Al-Shabaab militants who've made forays into the world in central Somalia, a spot dominated by the Al-linked group. -Qaida. Al-Shabaab militants have stepped up their actions within the area, primarily…