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Baidoa (AX) — In a turn of events that can only be described as harrowing yet hopeful, the security forces in Somalia's South West State have succeeded in rescuing four children, much to the relief of their anguished families. These children—each tender and impressionable—found themselves in the clutches of the notorious Al-Shabaab, a scourge force bent on enlisting them into their militant ranks as child soldiers. Can one truly grasp the enormity of such a violation? Local authorities announced this heartening news on…

In the parched expanses of the Mudug region, Somali government forces and local militias join hands in a seemingly perpetual struggle against Al-Shabaab militants. What drives these valiant efforts to reclaim peace in central Somalia? Their unified offensive endeavors to dismantle entrenched insurgent strongholds while restoring stability in an area besieged by conflict. Mogadishu (AX) – With a mix of strategic prowess and sheer determination, Somali government troops, assisted by local militia, executed a daring raid in…

Garowe (AX) – The moon shone faintly over the rugged peaks of the Al-Miskaat Mountains as an unforeseen confrontation unfolded beneath the stubborn stars late Monday night. In a region often untouched by tourism's gentle touch, the jagged terrain of the Haraya area within the Toga-Jeceel became the stage for a dramatic clash. Here, in Northeastern State—a semi-autonomous state bearing the scars of history—security forces outmaneuvered a plot as sinister as it was audacious, orchestrated by ISIS militants who had perhaps…

Bosaso, PUNTLAND (AX) – In the rugged, untamed expanse of Dharin, where the winds whisper tales lost to time, a remarkable operation unfolded. Northeastern State's valiant security forces orchestrated this assault against ISIS encampments nestled 17 kilometers from Turmasaale. It was a decisive April morning when sunrays kissed the Earth, drawing shadows of a shrouded stronghold unraveled by our brave men and women in uniform. In a sublime dance of strategy and valor, they reclaimed this pivotal sanctuary from the…

Imagine the rugged Al-Miskat mountains of Northeastern State, where the silence is often broken not by birdsong, but by the ominous buzz of drones. It’s in this formidable landscape that the Northeastern State security forces, working round the clock, are making waves in the ongoing operations against ISIS. On a particularly tense Monday morning, the word was out—nine drones, each poised to wreak havoc, had been intercepted and destroyed. This is not merely a skirmish; this is tactical chess played at a high…

In the rugged landscapes of Somalia's Al Miskad mountain range, a fierce battle is unfolding, as Northeastern State forces embark on what appears to be their most ambitious military endeavor against ISIS to date. Nestled in this treacherous terrain, the insurgents have long found refuge, plotting their malicious schemes away from prying eyes. But that time, it seems, is coming to a close. The operation, which kicked off in earnest earlier this week, has been nothing short of a whirlwind—plumes of determination and grit in…

Mogadishu (AX) — The Somali National Army, along with Jubbaland's finest Dervishes, orchestrated a mission to topple a high-ranking al-Shabab figure last Friday in the northern regions of Lower Jubba, according to comments from government insiders.This concerted military effort zoned in on the hotbeds of al-Shabab activity around Dharkeen Urur and Orgiyow in Lower Jubba.Mohamud Ali Hussein, often tagged as "Qayliyow" within his circle, found his end during this strike. He was the mastermind behind surveillance, intelligence…

Mogadishu, Somalia (AX) — With precision and grit, Somalia's elite forces stamped out a cadre of Al-Shabaab extremists near Qey'ad, nestled within southern Mudug. The Ministry of Defense trumpeted this success on Tuesday. Rallying from the front lines, military brass confirmed that at least 10 individuals suspected to be Al-Shabaab fighters met their end in this daring blitz. This mission isn't a standalone affair. It's a slice of a massive campaign to dismantle the militant web and forge a safer crease for Somali folks.…

The vibes in Mogadishu (AX) were electric as Somali security operatives in Jubbaland fended off Al-Shabab's attempted raid on Buulo Haji, a key locale near Kismayo, recently freed from the clutches of militants.Major Mohamed Farah Dahir, who speaks for the regional forces in Jubbaland, announced that the militant group struck fiercely at army strongholds near Buulo Haji, only to face a resounding defeat with significant losses. They claimed victory, stating they seized the village and downed six soldiers, but Dahir painted a…