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Baidoa (AX) – In the shadowed corners of the Bakool region, where rust-red earth meets dusty skies, the Somali National Army (SNA) embarked on a crucial mission. It was a Wednesday laden with the anticipation of conflict, as troops moved through this sparse landscape, eyes keenly scanning for movement. Their objective? To rid Southwest State of the pervasive Al-Shabaab strongholds in an escalation of military efforts that have become a repetitive rhythm in the national strategy against militant forces. What were the minds…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a remarkable step towards fostering bilateral ties, Somali Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, inked a trio of pivotal agreements with Tanzanian counterparts on Wednesday. The accords, focusing on enhancing security, cultural enrichment, and prisoner exchange, underscore a deliberate stride towards regional collaboration. The signing ceremony unfolded with distinct formality in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, where Fiqi was joined by Tanzanian officials,…

Mogadishu (AX) — In the spirited heart of Somalia's capital, the call to arms grows louder, reverberating through city streets. It's a call issued not from a distant palace but candidly from the trenches, amplified by Ali Jeyte Osman. Once the governor of Hiiraan, Ali Jeyte is now renowned as President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's Special Envoy for Community Defense Forces, a title as powerful as it sounds. Amidst the dust and determination, Ali Jeyte stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the spirited…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a promising stride for Somalia, the nation has forged a significant partnership with Saudi Arabia to turbocharge development initiatives, courtesy of Saudi funding. This pact, inked at the heart of Mogadishu in the Ministry of Finance’s stately headquarters, saw Somalia’s Minister of Finance, Bihi Iman Egeh, and the Saudi Fund for Development’s helmsman, Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad, sign on the dotted line with palpable enthusiasm. The significance of this occasion was underscored by Sultan Al-Marshad…

Galkayo (AX) — In the jagged and rugged terrain of the Cal Miskaad Mountains, a tale of dogged determination and modern-day warfare unfolded as Northeastern State's forces pulled off a commendable feat—seizing not one or two, but eight unmanned aerial vehicles, or UAVs, in their relentless campaign against extremism. Dubbed "Operation Hilaac," this initiative aims to dismantle the entrenched ISIS foothold in Balli-Dhidin—a remote launchpad for their audacious endeavors. As the Northeastern State Minister of Information,…

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…

NAIROBI, Kenya - A fortnight elapsed before the United States confirmed that Mohamed Mire, alias Abu Abdirahman, succumbed to injuries post a precision airstrike at Quyno Barrow, in a coordinated operation with the Somali National Army (SNA) led by US Africa Command. The confirmation process after airstrikes is often prolonged, as US forces and the elite Danab troops meticulously evaluate both pre-strike and post-strike scenarios, scrutinizing details to verify the identities and outcomes of these detailed missions…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has labeled a recent Russian missile attack involving a new type of ballistic missile as a “stark and serious escalation” in the ongoing conflict with Russia, urging for a robust global response. “This represents a clear and grave intensification of the violence in this war,” Zelensky posted on X, citing a strike that hit the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro. “The employment of ballistic missiles today underscores Russia's utter disregard for peace.” "We need the world's support," he…

"In Mykolaiv, Ukraine, November 17, 2024, a firefighter is in the thick of a catastrophic scene—another grim chapter in Russia's ongoing assault on Ukraine, marked by a residential house engulfed in turmoil after a drone strike," reported via a handout from the State Emergency Service of Ukraine, circulated by REUTERS. It's crucial to comprehend the relentless nature of the conflict to grasp the physical and psychological toll it is taking on the population. Russia launched a substantial offensive, the fiercest in nearly…

A collaborative effort among various firms has welcomed the arrival of the initial set of 275 container wagons, designed to boost the transport capabilities of the Lobito Corridor project. This ambitious railway initiative stretches from Angola's Lobito port, reaching into the Democratic Republic of Congo and extending to Zambia. Unveiled in 2023 as part of the G7 Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment, this corridor is backed by both the United States and the European Union. Once fully operational, it…