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Five Soldiers from Northeastern State Perish, 20 Wounded in Bari Region Explosive Attacks

Garowe (AX) – Imagine the daunting silence of the Al-Miskaat mountains, its rugged terrain shrouded in a chilling stillness, suddenly shattered by the deafening roar of explosions. On a fateful Tuesday, within this foreboding landscape, at least five soldiers of the Northeastern State regional forces met their tragic end, while nearly 20 others were left nursing injuries when the armored vehicles carrying these brave souls fell prey to roadside bombs. Disaster struck amidst an operation that turned those serene…

Honoring South African Soldiers of WWI: A New Monument Commemorates Their Sacrifice

In a poignant ceremony held in Cape Town, the memories of hundreds of South African soldiers, predominantly black men, who valiantly fought and died during World War One have been brought back to light with the unveiling of a striking new memorial. Surprisingly, after returning from the front lines in a world torn apart by war, these brave souls were largely forgotten, lost in the shadows cast by British colonialism's discriminatory policies and the later oppressive apartheid regime that stained South Africa’s history. The…

Landmine Blast Claims Lives of 13 Northeastern State Soldiers in Bari Area

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…

Six Soldiers from Northeastern State Perish in Bari Region Roadside Blast

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…

Six Soldiers of SNA Laid to Rest in Beledweyne After Fatal Incident in El-Baraf District

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 Arrest Soldiers During FGS-Jubaland Electoral Conflict

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…

Hezbollah Leader Claims Ready Forces of ‘Tens of Thousands’ of Skilled Soldiers Prepared to Engage Israel

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…

Honoring the Legacy of Italian Soldiers Who Lost Their Lives in East Africa: A Tribute in Kenya

 - 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…

Israeli Airstrike Claims Lives of Lebanese Soldiers Amid Withdrawal Operations

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 Aims to Exclude Ethiopian Soldiers from Reformed AU Peacekeeping Mission

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…

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