Puntland

Puntland State’s Resilience: A New Dawn in the Fight Against ISIS MOGADISHU, Somalia — As the sun rises over the rugged landscapes of Puntland State, the echoes of a different kind of warfare resonate across the Al-Miskad Mountains. In recent weeks, the region has emerged as a frontline in the battle against ISIS, drawing both local and international attention. U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) commander Gen. Dagvin Anderson has lauded Puntland State’s impressive strides in counterterrorism efforts, a move that could be a…

Somalia's Puntland State Forces Stand Strong in the Fight Against ISIS BOSASO, Somalia - As the desolate sands of the Cal-Miskaad mountains stretch across northeastern Somalia, a determined wave of Puntland State forces is rewriting the confrontational narrative that has marred this region for years. Following the activation of Operation Hillaac, these brave soldiers have engaged ISIS militants in a series of decisive clashes, culminating in a sustained offensive that has intensified in recent weeks. Strategic Gains in a…

Northeastern State Refutes Allegations; Labels FGS’s Oil Exploration Accusations as "Outlandish" AXADLE, Somalia - In a war of words, Northeastern State has fiercely denied any opposition to Somalia's oil exploration efforts, scoffing at what it calls the "preposterous and baseless accusations" from the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS). Northeastern State remains committed to the nation's stability and growth. Abdifitah Mohamed Nur, Northeastern State's minister of state and top aide in presidential affairs,…

Klarionogy: Calling for a Bright Solution on Energy Shift in Somalia’s Northeastern State AXADLE, Somalia - Mohamed Abdirahman, the dude steering Northeastern State's Environment and Climate Change helm, is ringing alarm bells about their dangerous affair with wood fuel. A colossal 85% of their juice comes from good ol’ firewood and charcoal, leaving forests in tatters. Abdirahman passionately voiced, "Our current ways are razing our woods. Switching to solar is our ticket to save the trees and Northeastern State’s…

AXADLE, Somalia — Inside the regal setting of the presidential palace, President Said Abdullahi Deni of Northeastern State eagerly met with Denmark's Ambassador Steen Sonne Andersen. Their gathering zeroed in on Somalia's vast political horizons and developmental strides, nodding specifically to Northeastern State’s advancements in democratic governance and active development ventures, as per updates from the presidency. This rendezvous underscored the sustained diplomatic efforts within the region. President Deni shared…

AXADLE, Somalia — Ilyas Osman Lugatoor, the Vice President of Northeastern State, has issued a sobering alert about Somalia's trajectory, deeming President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and his administration as "the most perilous faction in politics." During a poignant address in Garowe—Northeastern State's capital—Lugatoor expressed dire concerns about Somalia's potential downfall under the existing leadership, citing constitutional violations as the crux of the issue. These violations, he argued, undermine the foundational…

Northeastern State - In what may be the first major attack on the Somali authorities, ISSomalia extremists captured a strategicallyimportantcity inthe north-eastof the state on Wednesday, a move that could spark bitter fighting with security forces in the region known for peace and stability. Somali extremists have captured the city of Balidhidin in the Bari region, making it the first city to fall into the hands of militants whose presence in the north-east of the state has increased according to analysts. Most of the…

AXADLE, Northeastern State - A young soldier allegedly trained in Eritrea was killed in the town of Afgoye, 30 km northwest of Mogadishu, a few weeks after escaping from Eritrea, where he had been "smuggled" for a training by the Somali authorities. Abdulmalik Abdullahi Haji, in his twenties, succumbed to injuries sustained from a knife attack, sources said, following a minor argument with a friend in town. He has since been buried. Abdulmalik was among thousands of Somali boys lured into bogus jobs in Doha, but sent…

AXADLE, Northeastern State - Northeastern State's Mideeye Party is facing a mass exodus of its senior members, which could significantly affect its operations within the state, just months away from local elections due to start in October this year. The Mideeye party is one of nine political parties registered by the Northeastern State Transitional Election Commission , which has the mandate to approve political parties in the northern state, which is preparing for local elections by universal suffrage. The party was…

ISIS militants killed in Northeastern State, Somalia as war on terror escalates BOSSASO, Northeastern State - Northeastern State security forces stepped up the fight against IS-Somalia extremists who lobbied for control of the northern state, but whose efforts were often unsuccessful thanks to vigilant security forces in the region. PSF on Friday dislodged IS-Somalia militants from their hidden…