Reclaim

In Beledweyne, residents affected by recent floods are making their way back home despite the obstacles presented by the floodwaters and debris still lingering. The Shabelle River inundated parts of the city, particularly Kooshin and Hawa Taako, displacing many families. Bundaweyn and Wohlwadaag also saw flooding. Even though the roads are mud-covered and cluttered with debris, some families have decided to return. One resident from the Radar branch of Kooshin shared, "We rather return despite the mess as the places we…

The military leaders in North Western of Somalia are determined to reclaim Las Anod and surrounding regions from SSC-Khatumo control. Last year, they lost Las Anod to SSC-Khatumo forces, allegedly with support from Northeastern State and the involvement of the Somali National Army. North Western of Somalia, claiming independence from Somalia, has been regrouping to launch a counter-attack and has now set its sights on recapturing the Sool region. Tensions with Northeastern State state have been heightened by the conflict in…

In Hargeisa, the Somaliland military is determined to retake the Sool region, including the city of Lasanod, lost to local forces backed by Puntland. After suffering a major loss in August 2023, Somaliland forces were driven out of much of the Sool region, including Las Anod. Commander Nuh Ismail Tani of the Somaliland military highlighted the preparedness and resilience of his troops, despite recent setbacks. "Our soldiers, who bravely defend our nation, remain strong and steadfast," Tani stated in an interview with…