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Somalia: Northeastern State Forces Seize ISIS Bomb-Making Facility Report By Ali Musa, Axadle Times International–Monitoring October 23, 2023 BOSASO, Somalia In a sweeping victory, Northeastern State's defense forces took decisive action, securing the precarious town of Sheebaab and its neighboring areas, straddling the Almiskaad mountains in Somalia's Bari region. This marks a strategic win in their relentless fight against…

Turning the Tide: Northeastern State's Victory Over ISIS in the Al-Miskaat Mountains Garowe (AX) - In the rugged terrain of Northeastern State’s Bari region, the steadfast regional forces scored a decisive victory against the notorious Islamic State group (ISIS) on the morning of an ordinary Sunday. This operation was anything but ordinary, however, as these forces reclaimed control over essential strategic locations nestled within the Al-Miskaat mountains. Dotted with rocky outcrops and hidden alcoves, this…

In a scene reminiscent of a movie, an intense raid in Lafo-Gari, Lower Juba, culminated in the arrest of a man known to many as Moalim Mohamed. Advancing quietly yet decisively, the Jubbaland security forces succeeded where others had failed. Capturing the deputy judge of an Al-Shabaab-controlled court, the operation marked a resounding victory for the beleaguered region. Alongside Mohamed's capture, the forces reported the deaths of four Al-Shabaab operatives during the operation. Kismayo (AX) — It was a day of…

Mothers' House Controversy in Mogadishu Mogadishu (AX) – A peculiar tension simmered in the heart of Mogadishu early Saturday morning. Somali police forces, in an orchestrated operation, took possession of the Mothers' House compound. You might wonder, what urgent matter requires such swift action? This iconic site, nestled opposite the Somali National Theater, has become the center of a heated property dispute. The operation unfolded quietly with the first light. As the city awakened post-prayers, the…

Northeastern State Forces Sweep Up ISIS Bastion in the Rugged Hills of Cal-Miskaad Axadle – A triumph for the embattled Northeastern State Counter-Terrorism Forces as they clinched Turmasaale, a hotbed of ISIS activity nestled in the forbidding crags of the Cal-Miskaad mountain range. The win didn't come easy; it was the fruit of grueling skirmishes that stretched over two nerve-wracking days, according to a hardened officer who has witnessed the campaign unfold. Picture this: Turmasaale, a speck on the outskirts of Toga…

In an unexpected twist better fitted to the pages of a suspense novel, a suspect along with a vehicle harboring no less than 50 bags of illicit sugar was apprehended in the once quiet town of Garissa. The escapade unfolded like a classic cat-and-mouse chase, with the suspect initially outsmarting local authorities but eventually running out of luck. Rumors danced through the air long before law enforcement made their move. Whispers of contraband crept across the city—like shadows in the wind, elusive yet palpable. The…

In a gripping moment that underscores the complex web of security challenges in Somalia, Somali security forces, with commendable precision, thwarted a potential catastrophe on the bustling highway linking Mogadishu to Afgooye. This was no ordinary day on the road; it was a day when vigilance and quick thinking saved lives. Imagine the scene: a typical afternoon, the sun beating down on the road that connects the busy heart of Mogadishu to the quieter outskirts leading to Afgooye. Along this stretch, a vehicle—a seemingly…

BOSSASO, Somalia - In a story that's proving to be the topic of the day, Operation Lightning continues to cut through the landscape of eastern Northeastern State like a knife through butter. With purpose and precision, the Northeastern State Defense Forces are taking no prisoners—figuratively, of course—as they make substantial headway into territories once dominated by the ominous shadow of IS-Somalia militants. You wouldn’t believe it unless you saw it yourself: this week, the Northeastern State forces clinched a…

In a remarkable twist of events that has stirred ripples across the Hiiran region, the Somali federal government forces have triumphantly reclaimed the reins of local power. They have officially taken charge of the Hiiran regional administration centers, not just the bustling district of Beledweyne but also the strategic Lamagalaay military camp—a bastion held by the Hiiran State administration for the past year. It's as if they swooped in like knights in shining armor, ready to bring a whirlwind of change. The handover…

According to statements from Russia’s Defence Ministry, Russian troops have taken control of the villages Serebrianka and Mykolaivka located in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk area. Meanwhile, military blogs have been buzzing with reports of Russian progress near critical frontline towns. While Ukraine’s military has not confirmed the fall of these villages, they did indicate that both locations are currently embroiled in fierce clashes. Both pro-Ukrainian and pro-Russian bloggers highlighted a vigorous Russian offensive…