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In the heart of Garowe, like an unexpected tempest, tragedy struck as at least thirteen valiant Northeastern State soldiers met their end, and upwards of seven others were left nursing injuries following a landmine detonation cloaked in the dust of the Habley area within the Bari region. This sorrowful event unfolded on a seemingly mundane Monday. Picture this: a troop-laden military vehicle, each soldier steadfast in their commitment to rooting out insidious threats, found itself ambushed by a clandestine enemy, concealed…

Garowe (AX) – Imagine waking up on a seemingly ordinary Monday morning only to be met with tragedy. In the fickle dawn in Northeastern State’s Bari region, a grim shadow was cast as an explosion claimed the lives of at least six gallant security personnel. Picture this: a silent land suddenly torn by a cacophony of chaos as a military vehicle, just doing its rounds, becomes the ill-fated target of a covert attack. It’s said the tremors of this violence resonated far and wide, shaking not just the ground beneath feet but the…

Mogadishu (AX) - In a solemn ceremony held on Sunday in Beledweyne, the heart of the Hiran region, six soldiers from the federal government, tragically slain by clan militia in Middle Shabelle, were finally laid to rest. The burial took place in the wake of an agreement forged between the Hawadle and Abgal traditional elders, though underlying tensions about achieving justice for the soldiers still simmer. These soldiers, a group including Abdikafi Ali Cabdulle, Bile Xasan Cabdulle Sabriye, Abdi Abdullahi Adan, Farhaan…

Ethiopian Troops Hold Soldiers Amid Tensions Between FGS and Jubaland Over Elections DOLOW, Somalia - In the Gedo region, Ethiopian forces at Dolow airport have reportedly detained six individuals appearing to be soldiers from the Somali National Army (SNA), sources revealed on Tuesday. Witnesses stated that the arrested individuals arrived from Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, camouflaged in civilian apparel. It's a head-scratcher at the moment as the precise motive for their detention hasn't been…

The leader of Hezbollah recently stated that his organization possesses an impressive number of fighters, claiming tens of thousands are primed for battle. He emphasized that no part of Israel is off-limits when it comes to their potential operations. For over a year now, Israel and the Iran-supported Hezbollah have been locked in a cycle of violence, which has intensified alongside the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Since late September, the situation has taken a more serious turn, with Israeli forces launching airstrikes…

 - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Roberto Natali, the Italian Ambassador to Kenya, graced a solemn event dedicated to the memory of fallen countrymen at the Italian shrine in Nyeri. This poignant ceremony saw the presence of Nyeri County Governor Mutahi Kahiga, along with a sizable gathering of compatriots, members of Comites, and representatives from Italian missionary groups active in the region. The event also featured Carabinieri clad in historic uniforms, in alignment with National Unity and Armed Forces Day. From 1941 to…

In a tragic turn of events, an Israeli airstrike has taken the lives of three Lebanese soldiers in southern Lebanon. This strike occurred while France hosted a crucial conference aimed at garnering support for the Lebanese state forces, which are increasingly viewed as essential for any peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The unfortunate incident involved the Lebanese troops as they attempted to evacuate the wounded from the outskirts of Yater, a village situated in southern Lebanon.…

Somalia Makes Bold Move to Exclude Ethiopian Forces from New AU Peace Initiative MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a development brimming with geopolitical intrigue, Somalia has officially petitioned the African Union (AU) and the United Nations for the exclusion of Ethiopian military personnel from a restructured peacekeeping force. This initiative aims to tackle insurgents tied to al-Qaeda, notably the notorious group al-Shabaab. This decision, unveiled through a foreign affairs ministry communique, follows a period of fraught…

Kenyans Head Home as Somalia Plots Its Security Future MOGADISHU, Somalia - Following the Somali Transition Plan (STP), the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops have wrapped up their mission in Somalia, exiting the Horn of Africa last weekend after a year-long stint. These soldiers were part of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). With ATMIS winding up in December 2024, the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) is set to take over. The KDF contingent coordinated peace efforts…

Beledweyne (AX) - A soldier perished while another sustained injuries in a skirmish involving forces from the Hiiraan State and Hirshabelle State in Beledweyne, nestled in the Hiiraan region, on a bright Friday morning.The fracas broke loose at Lamagalay camp, which serves as the nerve center of the Hiiraan region. Reports suggest that troops from Hirshabelle tried to throw a wrench in the works of the impending celebrations marking the first year of Hiiraan State's existence, slated for Saturday, as noted by Hiiraan…