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Edited By Ali Musa Axadle Times International – Monitoring. Garowe: A Rift in the Federal Fabric In the scenic town of Garowe, where the arid landscape meets a world full of political complexities, a significant discourse has emerged. At the heart of this discourse is Northeastern State's firm reluctance to align with Somalia's Federal Government without substantive reforms. Centralization of power at Mogadishu's helm has long been a bone of contention, brewing tension not just recently, but repeatedly through the…

UAE Airstrikes Target ISIS Bases in Somalia’s Northeastern State BOSASO, Somalia - In a strategic move underscored by coordination and resolve, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) carried out a sequence of airstrikes targeting ISIS bases in Somalia’s Northeastern State. These bold actions have revitalized the local forces who have long battled against the group. Just months ago, their territorial ambitions seemed dangerously close to fruition. What's…

The Impact of Conflict on Frankincense Farmers: A Struggle for Survival "The conflict has affected everyone. People used to work on frankincense cultivation to manage their daily lives. Now it’s stopped, and our lives have deteriorated. People have nothing to eat," lamented Fowsi, speaking to Radio Ergo. For a decade, Fowsi's family depended solely on the frankincense trade. Every six months, the fruits of their labor yielded a harvest ample enough to see them through to the next season. This cycle of cultivation was their…

Imagine walking into a food storage facility in North Western State of Somalia, with piles of food supplies neatly stacked high, strategically organized for distribution. Yet, underneath this orderliness lies a pressing concern that authorities are actively grappling with. Recently, the government has taken a significant step—a prohibition on importing empty packaging materials—a decision rooted deeply in public health concerns. A Proactive Stance In a recent announcement, the North Western State of Somalia…

BOSASO, Somalia - In a remarkable turn of events, Northeastern State forces have successfully dismantled an ISIS sniper training camp nestled deep within its territory. This development signifies a crucial victory at a time when Somalia is making monumental strides toward eradicating extremist threats. But what does this mean for a nation that has struggled against the relentless tide of terrorism for so long? The operation, led by the Northeastern State counterterrorism operations center, unveiled a vast…

Somalia Reassures Diplomatic Ties with UAE Despite North Western State of Somalia Invitation In the midst of diplomatic tension, the Somali government has extended a calming signal to its citizens regarding the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) recent invitation to North Western State of Somalia President Abdirahman Irro. The winds of change are often met with storms, but Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ali Mohamed Omar, assures that this is not one of those occasions. He emphasizes that the…

If you listen closely to the quiet whispers of Garowe, there is a transformative energy stirring—a palpable shift etched in the bold directives of Northeastern State’s President, Said Abdullahi Deni. It is not often that leaders meet the crossroads of security and diplomacy with such determined resolve, but, as history unfolds, it seems President Deni is crafting a narrative infused with both rigor and reconciliation. Imagine sitting among the sable-clad traditional elders of Bari, each line on their faces a testament to…

Flight from Erigavo: A Delicate Balance of Conflict and Peace In a landscape as complex and vibrant as North Western State of Somalia’s, the winds of change are swift and often unforgiving. At the heart of this transformation lies Erigavo, a city that recently witnessed the exodus of over 45,000 families. The underlying cause? A looming fear of potential conflict in the Sanaag region, despite a burgeoning peace initiative helmed by the North Western State of Somalia government. Minor skirmishes have erupted…

Hargeisa – As the news of renewed violence in the Buqdharkayn district surfaced, it was met with a wave of palpable concern and empathy by many, including North Western State of Somalia President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro. On a day set aside globally to honor women – International Women's Day, March 8 – President Irro addressed the disheartening events with candor and a resolute spirit. "We deeply regret the aggressive attack on a peaceful area," President Irro stated solemnly, his voice steady yet tinged with…

Mogadishu (AX) – Tensions yet again escalated in the Buqdharkayn district on Friday, as North Western State of Somalia forces and the SSC-Khatumo administration found themselves at crossroads, each attributing blame to the other for sparking the latest bout of heavy fighting. Such conflicts, especially in areas which have enjoyed relative calm, raise questions about the enduring quest for peace in the region. The Ministry of Interior of North Western State of Somalia released an intriguing narrative: it was SSC-Khatumo…