Retreat

Somali Forces Withdraw from Aboorey: A Tactical Retreat or a Cause for Concern? Of late, the conflict in Somalia has taken yet another turn. Somali government troops, along with allied local militia, have withdrawn from Aboorey, a critical town in the Hiiraan region of central Somalia. This decision came after two weeks of intense combat with Al-Shabaab militants, a group that has long posed a significant threat to stability in the region. The announcement, confirmed by defense officials on Wednesday, leaves many…

Somalia: Unearthing Secrets in Northeastern State — A Blow to ISIS Insurgents By Ali MusaAxadle Times International–Monitoring BOSASO, Somalia — In a chilling discovery, the rolling landscapes of Cal-Miskaad mountains have divulged their dark secrets. Several mass graves have emerged, painting a grim picture of ISIS's waning strength in the Northeastern State region. These freshly concealed burial sites, unveiled by the vigilant Northeastern State…

Perennial power player among America's elite, one of the billionaire Koch brothers is eyeing a grand sale of his opulent Aspen property. This upscale estate is now on the market for an eye-watering $125 million, its highest price tag yet. If this estate changes hands for anything near that sum, it will set a new record as the priciest property ever sold in the state of Colorado. Currently, this record is jointly held by former casino tycoon Steve Wynn and finance magnate Thomas Peterffy, who parted with $108 million last…

BOSASO, Somalia - In a daring and complex operation, the Northeastern State Defense Forces have taken decisive action against ISIS, culminating in the death of a Tunisian fighter alongside two Somali insurgents. This event marks a pivotal stride in eradicating the terrorist presence in northern Somalia. Why focus on Northeastern State, you might wonder? This region has become a battleground for a formidable campaign against violent extremism, particularly the ISIS militants who have been sharpening their claws in Somali…

Clan Vendetta Triggers Army Retreat from Anti-Al-Shabaab Battle Lines BELEDWENE, Somalia - In a somber ceremony in Beledweyne within the Hiiraan region, six brave soldiers from the Somali National Army (SNA) were laid to rest on Sunday. This poignant moment followed discussions among community leaders seeking to navigate this heartbreaking incident. These soldiers tragically lost their lives in El-Baraf in the Middle Shabelle area, alleged to have fallen victim to "clan revenge." This act of violence incited a troop…