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In a city echoing with the paradox of hope and tension, Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, witnessed an unsettling episode. As preparations were underway for the arrival of a significant guest—Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed—several mortars were launched toward the airport. This event unfolded against a backdrop of heightened anticipation and meticulous security measures in the city. According to reports from Somali Stream, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was already stationed in the VIP section of the airport,…

BOSASO, Somalia - In a meticulously orchestrated strike on the insurgent stronghold of Northeastern State, the United Arab Emirates conducted airstrikes that claimed the lives of over a dozen militants associated with the Islamic State organization. Reports from local military sources on Sunday confirm the fatalities included key figures of the group. Consider, if you will, the strategic precision required for such an operation. The first airstrike targeted the Xankookib caves near Dhasan. In a scene reminiscent of a movie…

Mogadishu (AX) — A series of U.S. airstrikes, seasoned in precision and resolve, have indelibly altered the tangled landscape of the Al Miskaad Mountains in Somalia. The result: the elimination of senior Islamic State (ISIS) operatives, as announced by local dignitaries on a reflective Sunday morning. Conducted with the F/A-18 jets roaring into action from the decks of the steadfast USS Harry S. Truman, stationed strategically in the Red Sea, these airstrikes uncovered refuges buried deep within the rocky veins of the Golis…

On a sun-drenched Saturday morning, the streets of Mogadishu buzzed with an unsual energy as Somali security forces scattered themselves across the city, staking their claim on Mogadishu's bustling corners. Their mission? Silencing the city’s signature soundtrack—auto-rickshaw speakers. These speakers, which once belted out catchy tunes and lively broadcasts, now find themselves tangled up in controversy. Just like that quiet guy at a party who suddenly breaks into a dance—unexpectedly! Police…

In a notable shift in policy, President Joe Biden’s administration has given Ukraine the green light to deploy American-made weaponry for targeted strikes deep within Russian territory. This information has surfaced through two U.S. officials and a source familiar with the decision, marking a significant pivot in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict. According to these sources, Ukraine is gearing up to perform its inaugural long-range strikes in the very near future, although specific details remain undisclosed for security…

Israel has intensified its airstrikes on Beirut and southern Lebanon, launching a series of attacks just one day after Lebanese officials hinted at their consideration of a US-mediated ceasefire. This conflict is deeply rooted in a web of alliances, with Hamas, Hezbollah, and Islamic Jihad enjoying the backing of Iran, Israel’s primary adversary. Notably, Iran has expressed its eagerness for a rapid conclusion to the ongoing hostilities that have gripped Lebanon for nearly two months. Since September 23, Israel has…

SANAA, Yemen — "On Tuesday, Iran's Houthi allies unleashed a barrage of missiles and drones aiming at U.S. navy ships sailing in the Red Sea close to Yemen," stated a Pentagon representative. In a brazen display of force, eight drones, five ballistic missiles, and three cruise missiles homed in on the USS Stockdale and USS Spruance as they journeyed through Bab al-Mandeb strait. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) personnel managed to fend off the onslaught successfully. No damage occurred, and all…

MOGADISHU, Oct 24 (Reuters) - In an effort to track al Shabaab militants and provide residents with a sense of security, thousands of surveillance cameras have been installed throughout Somalia's bustling capital. However, this initiative has also sparked fear among business proprietors who dread retaliatory violence. Launched this year under the city government's directive, CCTV systems have, according to officials, bolstered the ability of law enforcement to monitor militant movements in Mogadishu while ensuring…

A recent airstrike by Israel targeting the municipal headquarters in Nabatiyeh, a significant town in southern Lebanon which serves as the provincial capital, resulted in the tragic deaths of Mayor Ahmed Kahil and at least five other individuals, according to two security sources. This strike occurred amid escalating worries from the United States regarding the increasing casualties and the looming specter of a wider conflict in the region. Tensions are high as Israel confronts Iran-aligned Hezbollah forces in southern…

Airstrikes target key Al-Shabaab bases in Somalia MOGADISHU, Somalia - More than 19 Al-Shabaab militants were killed in the latest airstrike in Somalia, state media reported, noting that the operation was carried out in central regions where the militants have been antagonizing local residents. The airstrikes were activated in Ruunnirgood and Ceeldheer districts of…